Walmart
4 synonyms for Walmart, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A large American discount retail chain that sells groceries alongside general merchandise, with stores across several countries.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Etymology
Believed to come from "Walton's Market", after founder Sam Walton; the company traded as Wal-Mart before simplifying its name to Walmart.
Full origin of Walmart →Frequently asked questions
What does “Walmart” mean?
The word “Walmart” means a large American discount retail chain that sells groceries alongside general merchandise, with stores across several countries. In plain terms, the retail giant itself, or, used as a verb, either shopping there or crushing smaller rivals through sheer scale.
How do you use “Walmart” in a sentence?
Here is “Walmart” used in a sentence: “They picked up school supplies and cereal in the same trip to Walmart.”
What part of speech is “Walmart”?
Depending on how it is used, “Walmart” can be a noun and a verb.
Is “Walmart” a common word?
“Walmart” is a fairly common word in modern English.
How many meanings does “Walmart” have?
“Walmart” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a large American discount retail chain that sells groceries alongside general merchandise, with stores across several countries.
Is 'Walmart' ever used as a verb?
Yes, informally. It can mean to shop at a Walmart store, or to drive smaller competitors out of business through sheer size and low prices. In formal writing it stays a proper noun and brand name.
How is Walmart different from an ordinary supermarket?
A traditional supermarket mainly sells groceries, whereas Walmart sells groceries alongside general merchandise such as clothing, electronics, and household goods. Offering this mix of goods under one roof is a defining feature of the chain.
Should 'Walmart' be capitalised?
Yes. As the name of a specific company it is a proper noun and is written with a capital W. Even the informal verb uses normally keep the capital because they still refer to the brand.
