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salesperson

noun
1
A person, of any gender, whose job is to sell products or services.
"A salesperson approached us as soon as we entered the showroom."

How to Use Salesperson

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishThe modern, gender-neutral term for someone who sells goods or services.

When to use it

Preferred in formal or professional writing over "salesman"/"saleswoman."

Word Forms

salespersons plural, salespeople plural

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Etymology

Compound of sales + person, formed as a gender-neutral alternative to "salesman."

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