brokerage
3 synonyms for brokerage, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A firm or business that acts as a broker, especially in buying and selling stocks or property.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
brokerage firm
securities firm
brokerage house
How to use brokerage
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
brokerage firm
brokerage account
brokerage fee
Etymology
Formed from "broker" plus the suffix "-age," which turns it into either the business itself or the fee it charges.
Full origin of brokerage →Frequently asked questions
What does “brokerage” mean?
The word “brokerage” means a firm or business that acts as a broker, especially in buying and selling stocks or property. In plain terms, either the broker's business, or the commission it charges for handling a deal.
How do you pronounce “brokerage”?
“Brokerage” is pronounced BROH-kuh-rihj (/ˈbɹoʊkəɹɪd͡ʒ/ in IPA).
How do you use “brokerage” in a sentence?
Here is “brokerage” used in a sentence: “She opened an account with an online brokerage.”
What part of speech is “brokerage”?
“Brokerage” is a noun.
Is “brokerage” a common word?
“Brokerage” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “brokerage” have?
“Brokerage” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a firm or business that acts as a broker, especially in buying and selling stocks or property.
