noun
Common
buying
BEYE-ihng
Buying (noun) means the act of purchasing something. Example: “Impulse buying is her biggest weakness at the mall.”
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The act of purchasing something.
""He's hanging back to make an excuse of going to town for the spring buying, and it won't do.""
— Norman Lindsay, Redheap (1930)
"Impulse buying is her biggest weakness at the mall."
"Buying a first home is a big decision for most young couples."
"Online buying has made it easier to compare different shops."
How to use buying
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishThe action of making a purchase.
Common pairings
impulse buying
buying power
panic buying
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Etymology
Formed from buy + -ing.
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What does “buying” mean?
The word “buying” means the act of purchasing something. In plain terms, the action of making a purchase.
How do you pronounce “buying”?
“Buying” is pronounced BEYE-ihng (/ˈbaɪ.ɪŋ/ in IPA).
How do you use “buying” in a sentence?
Here is “buying” used in a sentence: “Impulse buying is her biggest weakness at the mall.”
What part of speech is “buying”?
“Buying” is a noun.
Is “buying” a common word?
“Buying” is a fairly common word in modern English.
What is the difference between buying and selling?
Buying and selling are two sides of the same transaction. Buying is acquiring goods or services by paying for them, taking on the role of the customer. Selling is offering those goods and receiving the payment, in the role of the vendor. Every purchase involves one of each.
What is the difference between buying and renting?
Buying means paying to own something outright, so it becomes yours to keep, alter, or resell. Renting means paying for temporary use while ownership stays with someone else. Buying a flat makes you the owner; renting one only grants you the right to live there for a time.
What is an example of buying?
Buying covers any purchase: picking up groceries at a supermarket, ordering clothes online, or paying for a new phone. Each involves handing over money in exchange for goods or services, which is the essence of buying regardless of the amount or the item involved.
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