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stock-in-trade

noun · 3 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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1

noun

Meaning 1

Merchandise and other necessary supplies kept on hand in order to conduct business.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: uncountable, usually

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Meaning relationships

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Antonyms: none provided

2

noun

Meaning 2

A technique, skill or ability habitually used by a person, group of persons, or an organization, often in the course of their business.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: uncountable, usually

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3

noun

Meaning 3

any equipment constantly used as part of a profession or occupation

Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0

Examples

  • friendliness is the salesman's stock in trade

Meaning relationships

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Broader terms: equipment

History

Etymology

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Across languages

Translations

3 source translations are retained for this English entry.

  • Ido: vendaji — merchandise and other necessary supplies for business
  • Ido: vararo — merchandise and other necessary supplies for business
  • Russian: запа́с това́ров (zapás továrov) — merchandise and other necessary supplies for business