RETAIL
/ˈɹiˌteɪl/
6 letters · 2 syllables · noun, verb, adjective, adverb
Definition of RETAIL
The sale of goods directly to the consumer, encompassing the storefronts, mail-order, websites, etc., and the corporate mechanisms, branding, advertising, etc. that support them.
"She works in retail."
Retail price; full price; an abbreviated expression, meaning the full suggested price of a particular good or service, before any sale, discount, or other deal.
"I never pay retail for clothes."
To sell at retail, or in small quantities directly to customers.
To sell secondhand, or in broken parts.
To repeat or circulate (news or rumours) to others.
Of or relating to the (actual or figurative) sale of goods or services directly to individuals.
Direct to consumers, in retail quantities, or at retail prices.
"We've shut shown our reseller unit. We're only selling retail now."
Examples of RETAIL in a Sentence
- "She works in retail."
- "I never pay retail for clothes."
- "We've shut shown our reseller unit. We're only selling retail now."
Word Details
Is RETAIL a Scrabble Word?
Yes, RETAIL is a valid word in the following dictionaries:
Tip: RETAIL uses 6 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.
Letter Values for RETAIL
Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.
| Letter | r | e | t | a | i | l | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scrabble | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 6 |
| WWF | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 7 |
Words You Can Make With the Letters in RETAIL
100 words from the letters in RETAIL
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How to Use RETAIL in Word Games
RETAIL is worth 6 points in Scrabble and 7 points in Words With Friends, making it a modest-scoring word.
Mid-length strategy: At 6 letters, RETAIL is versatile enough for both open board positions and tighter plays. Aim to place high-value letters on premium squares.
Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble RETAIL to find 100 additional valid words.