Meaning of the word shop in English

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

shop

US /ʃɑːp/

UK /ʃɒp/

a building or part of a building where goods or services are sold

Example:

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I need to go to the grocery shop.

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The new book shop has a great selection.

Synonym:

store boutique outlet emporium establishment

a workshop or factory

Example:

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The mechanic works in a car repair shop.

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The factory floor is often referred to as the shop floor.

Synonym:

workshop factory mill plant studio

to visit shops and buy things

Example:

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I need to shop for new clothes.

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We spent the whole afternoon shopping.

Synonym:

buy purchase browse acquire procure

to inform on someone, especially to the police

Example:

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He threatened to shop his accomplice to the police.

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Don't shop me to the teacher!

Synonym:

inform on report snitch rat out betray