salesperson
3 synonyms for salesperson, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A person, of any gender, whose job is to sell products or services.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
sales rep
sales representative
Etymology
Compound of sales + person, formed as a gender-neutral alternative to "salesman."
Full origin of salesperson →Frequently asked questions
What does “salesperson” mean?
The word “salesperson” means a person, of any gender, whose job is to sell products or services. In plain terms, the modern, gender-neutral term for someone who sells goods or services.
How do you use “salesperson” in a sentence?
Here is “salesperson” used in a sentence: “A salesperson approached us as soon as we entered the showroom.”
What part of speech is “salesperson”?
“Salesperson” is a noun.
