vendor

noun

ˈven-dər How to pronounce vendor (audio)
variants also vender
Definition of vendornext
as in seller
the person in a business deal who hands over an item in exchange for money we're thinking of making a deal with that other software vendor

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Recent Examples of vendor The weekly series along the New River also includes live music, a farmers and craft market with a rotating lineup of local businesses and artisans, as well as gourmet food vendors. — Rod Stafford Hagwood, Sun Sentinel, 4 July 2026 The celebration includes carnival rides, live music, food vendors and a fireworks show honoring the nation's 250th anniversary. — Kyla Guilfoil, NBC news, 5 July 2026 Restaurants and other food vendors ordered to close and allowed to reopen by Orange County health inspectors from June 25 to July 2. — Ian Wheeler, Oc Register, 3 July 2026 Owners and employees spend time troubleshooting systems, managing updates, resolving compatibility issues and maintaining multiple vendor relationships. — Damini Sood, Forbes.com, 2 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for vendor
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seller
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  • 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
  • Baume De Rose is an all-purpose balm that’s become a cult favorite, often referred to as the Rolls Royce of lip balms among beauty enthusiasts with over one million sold and continues to be a top seller.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 6 July 2026
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“Vendor.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/vendor. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.

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