seller

noun

sell·​er ˈse-lər How to pronounce seller (audio)
Synonyms of sellernext
1
: one that offers for sale
2
: a marketed product that sells well, to a specified extent, or in a specified manner
a million-copy seller
a poor seller

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The seller said that the car was in excellent condition. We're the number one seller of appliances in the country. That book is our top seller.
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And the gap in prices between the major brands and unbranded sellers is even wider when there’s less competition. — Jerry McNerney, Mercury News, 2 July 2026 Only $13, this squirrel baffle is a best-seller that has sold more than 5,000 times in the past month. — Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 July 2026 The next level worth watching is $190, where sellers may begin to appear after such a sustained move. — Josh Brown,sean Russo, CNBC, 2 July 2026 Teams will have the opportunity to meet with financiers, sellers and distributors. — Andreas Wiseman, Deadline, 3 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for seller

Word History

First Known Use

13th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of seller was in the 13th century

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“Seller.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/seller. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.

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