Meaning of the word wholesale in English

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wholesale

US /ˈhoʊl.seɪl/
UK /ˈhoʊl.seɪl/
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Adverb

1.

the selling of goods in large quantities to be retailed by others.

Example:
The company deals wholesale in electronic components.
They buy their products wholesale and sell them at retail prices.
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2.

on a large scale; extensively.

Example:
The government implemented reforms wholesale.
They decided to change their strategy wholesale.

Adjective

1.

relating to the selling of goods in large quantities to be retailed by others.

Example:
We offer wholesale prices to our business partners.
The company operates a wholesale distribution network.
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Noun

1.

the business of selling goods in large quantities to be retailed by others.

Example:
He works in wholesale, supplying goods to various stores.
The company expanded its operations into wholesale.
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