purchasing

/ˈpɜrtʃəsɪŋ/
noun
  1. The activity or process of buying goods or services.
    • The company's purchasing policy requires three quotes for any order over $1,000.
    • Online purchasing has become more popular than ever.
    • She works in the purchasing department of a large retailer.
Antonyms
adjective
  1. Relating to the buying of goods or services.
    • They have a purchasing agreement with several local farms.
    • The purchasing manager approved the new supplier.
    • Our purchasing power has decreased due to inflation.
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