GREENGROCER

greengrocer

(noun) a grocer who sells fresh fruits and vegetables

Source: WordNet® 3.1


Etymology

Noun

greengrocer (plural greengrocers)

(chiefly, British) A person who sells fresh vegetables and fruit, normally from a relatively small shop

Usage notes

Greengrocer is not used in North America and is not likely to be understood.

Synonyms

• (small shop selling produce): greengrocer's; produce store, produce shop (US)

Source: Wiktionary


Green"gro`cer, n.

Definition: A retailer of vegetables or fruits in their fresh or green state.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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