shop

shop · noun

imported

Definitions

noun

  1. 1.

    (noun) A building or part of a building where goods or services are sold.

  2. 2.

    (noun) A place where things are manufactured or repaired.

  3. 3.

    (verb) To visit stores to buy or look at goods.

  4. 4.

    (verb) To search for the best value or option.

  5. 5.

    (verb, British slang) To inform on someone to the authorities.

Forms

plural: shops

Related words

See also: buy, shopping, store
Synonyms: boutique, establishment, outlet, store

Etymology

From Old English sceoppa ("booth, stall"), possibly from Middle Low German schoppe ("porch, booth"). The word originally referred to a booth or stall where goods were displayed and sold. The verb meaning "to visit shops" developed in the 18th century.