Shop

Definition

The word "shop" refers to a place where goods or services are sold (noun), or the act of visiting stores to purchase items (verb).

Parts of Speech

• Noun
• Verb

Pronunciation

American English

• IPA Pronunciation: /ʃɑːp/
• Respelling: SHAHp

British English

• IPA Pronunciation: /ʃɒp/
• Respelling: SHOP

Etymology

The word "shop" originates from Middle English "shoppe," meaning a booth or shed where goods are sold. It derives from Old English "sceoppa," related to Proto-Germanic "*skuppō," meaning a stall or shed. Over time, its meaning expanded to include a variety of retail and commercial establishments.

Derivatives

• Shopkeeper (noun)
• Shopfront (noun)
• Shopping (noun/verb)
• Shopaholic (noun, informal)
• Workshop (noun)

Synonyms

• Store
• Market
• Boutique

Antonyms

• None

Usage

The term "shop" is used in contexts relating to commerce and retail. Examples: "She went to the shop to buy groceries," and "He enjoys shopping for antiques on weekends."

Related Terms

• Retail: The sale of goods to consumers.
• Commerce: The activity of buying and selling goods.
• Mall: A large building containing multiple shops.

Detailed Definitions

Noun

• A place where goods or services are sold: Refers to an establishment for retail business.
  • Example: "The shop sells handcrafted furniture."
• A workshop or place for making or repairing goods: Refers to a space where specific crafts or tasks are performed.
  • Example: "He works in a car repair shop."

Verb

• To visit stores to buy goods: Refers to the act of purchasing items.
  • Example: "They went to shop for holiday decorations."
• To look for or consider options: Used in a broader sense to indicate browsing or comparing.
  • Example: "He is shopping for a new car."