Sell
/sɛl/
Sell is a verb and noun with 4 senses listed below, each with examples where available, plus synonyms and a word game to make it stick.
Definition
verb
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(ditransitive) To transfer goods or provide services in exchange for money.
“I'll sell you all three for a hundred dollars.”
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To promote a particular viewpoint.
“My boss is very old-fashioned and I'm having a lot of trouble selling the idea of working at home occasionally.”
noun
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An act of selling.
“This is going to be a tough sell.”
- An imposition, a cheat; a hoax; a disappointment; anything occasioning a loss of pride or dignity.
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Antonyms
buy
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