GROCER Definition & Meaning

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grocer

[ groh-ser ]

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noun

the owner or operator of a store that sells general food supplies and certain nonedible articles of household use, as soaps and paper products.

grocer

/ ˈɡ��əʊ��ə /

noun

a dealer in foodstuffs and other household supplies

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�y��vlog History and Origins

Origin of grocer¹

1325–75; Middle English < Old French gross ( i ) er wholesale merchant. See gross, -er ²

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�y��vlog History and Origins

Origin of grocer¹

C15: from Old French grossier, from gros large; see gross

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"The grocers are desperately trying to navigate significant cost headwinds, while simultaneously competing with discounters like Aldi and Lidl," she says.

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But trade groups for grocers are pushing back on the new law.

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After releasing its latest financial figures on Friday, Mr Leighton said the grocer was aiming for its prices to be five to 10% cheaper than its rivals going forward.

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U.S. grocers rely heavily on imports from Mexico and Canada.

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He said that while costs will certainly increase, the amount will depend on how much exporters, importers, wholesalers, retailers and grocers absorb the extra cost.

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