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UK//ˈkæʃ ənd ˈkæri//US//ˈkæʃ ənd ˈkæri//

Meaning of Cash-and-carry

A retail business model where customers pay upfront and take goods immediately.

In simple words: A business where customers pay for goods and take them immediately.

Cash-and-carry in a sentence

  • The local supermarket operates on a cash-and-carry model, allowing quick purchases.
  • Many cash-and-carry stores offer bulk buying discounts for small businesses.
  • She prefers cash-and-carry shops because they save her time.
  • In a cash-and-carry system, goods are taken immediately after payment.
  • He decided to visit the cash-and-carry to stock up on supplies for the event.

How to use Cash-and-carry

Used in retail and business contexts. It's appropriate in conversations about shopping, logistics, and supply chains. Avoid in formal writing.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun phrase

Memory hint

Think of cash in your hand and carrying groceries home.

Related words

Collocations with Cash-and-carry

  • cash-and-carry store
  • cash-and-carry business
  • cash-and-carry model

Synonyms for Cash-and-carry

  • warehouse club
  • discount store
  • bulk retailer

Common mistakes with Cash-and-carry

  • Confused with 'cashless payment'
  • Used as a verb instead of a noun

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Frequently asked questions about "Cash-and-carry"

What does "Cash-and-carry" mean?

A business where customers pay for goods and take them immediately.

What is the definition of "Cash-and-carry"?

A retail business model where customers pay upfront and take goods immediately.

How do you use "Cash-and-carry" in a sentence?

The local supermarket operates on a cash-and-carry model, allowing quick purchases.

Can you give another example of "Cash-and-carry"?

Many cash-and-carry stores offer bulk buying discounts for small businesses.

What are synonyms for "Cash-and-carry"?

Common alternatives include warehouse club, discount store, bulk retailer.

What words go with "Cash-and-carry"?

It commonly pairs with cash-and-carry store, cash-and-carry business, cash-and-carry model.

What are common mistakes when using "Cash-and-carry"?

Confused with 'cashless payment' Used as a verb instead of a noun

How do you pronounce "Cash-and-carry"?

US: //ˈkæʃ ənd ˈkæri//, UK: //ˈkæʃ ənd ˈkæri//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use "Cash-and-carry"?

Used in retail and business contexts. It's appropriate in conversations about shopping, logistics, and supply chains. Avoid in formal writing.