Meaning of the word importer in English

What does importer mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

importer

US /ɪmˈpɔːr.t̬ɚ/
UK /ɪmˈpɔː.tər/

Noun

a person or company that buys goods from another country to sell in their own country

Example:
The company is a major importer of electronics from Asia.
As an importer, he deals with customs regulations frequently.