Phrase guide

price point

noun · verb · 2 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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1

noun

Meaning 1

A price, viewed as one of a number of prices for related retail goods.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: US

Topics: business, marketing

Examples

  • Our cracker shelves need some things at the 5.99 price point, both an upscale product and a very large size mid-range brand.
  • The big-box stores are selling our $120 price-point items at $99 or less.

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verb

Meaning 2

To set price points on goods; to engage in price-lining.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: US

Topics: business, marketing

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