Meaning of the word "price index" in English
What does "price index" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
price index
US /ˈpraɪs ˌɪn.dɛks/
UK /ˈpraɪs ˌɪn.dɛks/
Noun
a measure of the average change in prices of a basket of goods and services over time
Example:
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The consumer price index rose by 0.5% last month.
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Economists closely monitor the price index to gauge inflation.