trader
TRAY-duh
Trader (noun) means a person who buys and sells goods, currencies, or financial instruments for a living. Example: “The trader watched the markets closely all afternoon.”
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A person who buys and sells goods, currencies, or financial instruments for a living.
"The trader watched the markets closely all afternoon."
"Street traders sold fruit and vegetables from the market stalls."
"The market trader shouted prices to customers passing by her stall."
How to use trader
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishSomeone who buys and sells goods, currency, or securities for a living.
Common pairings
stock trader
street trader
day trader
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Etymology
Formed from "trade" plus the agent suffix -er, meaning "one who trades."
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What does “trader” mean?
The word “trader” means a person who buys and sells goods, currencies, or financial instruments for a living. In plain terms, someone who buys and sells goods, currency, or securities for a living.
How do you pronounce “trader”?
“Trader” is pronounced TRAY-duh (/ˈtɹeɪdɚ/ in IPA).
How do you use “trader” in a sentence?
Here is “trader” used in a sentence: “The trader watched the markets closely all afternoon.”
What part of speech is “trader”?
“Trader” is a noun.
Is “trader” a common word?
“Trader” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the B2 level.
What is the difference between a trader and an investor?
A trader buys and sells goods, currencies, or financial instruments as an occupation, often over short timeframes to profit from price movements. An investor typically holds assets for a longer period aiming for gradual growth, making the two roles distinct even though both operate in financial markets.
What is the difference between a trader and a broker?
A trader buys and sells goods, currencies, or financial instruments for their own account or on behalf of a firm, while a broker acts as an intermediary who executes trades on behalf of clients, usually for a fee or commission.
Can "trader" refer to someone who sells physical goods, not just financial products?
Yes, "trader" broadly describes anyone who buys and sells goods, currencies, or financial instruments for a living, so it applies equally to a market stallholder selling physical goods and to someone trading stocks or currencies.
