superstore

noun

su·​per·​store ˈsü-pər-ˌstȯr How to pronounce superstore (audio)
Synonyms of superstorenext
: a very large store often offering a wide variety of merchandise for sale

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Cue the family strolling through the superstore and shopping. — David Fear, Rolling Stone, 28 May 2026 The invading army of World Cup tourists love our hospitality, barbeque, ranch dressing, bars, superstores, fast food and our all-around coolness. — Paul Sullivan, Chicago Tribune, 28 June 2026 When Shaina accompanied an adult to a superstore for supplies, she was drawn to the TV aisle, where sets were playing the Disney Channel. — Rob Picheta, CNN Money, 28 May 2026 Thirty years later, the Meijers pioneered the country’s first superstore, selling everything from bananas to fine jewelry. — Andrea Murphy, Forbes.com, 14 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for superstore

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First Known Use

1915, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of superstore was in 1915

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superstore

noun
su·​per·​store -ˌstō(ə)r How to pronounce superstore (audio)
-ˌstȯ(ə)r
: a very large store often offering a wide variety of goods for sale

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