barters
|bar/ters|
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🇺🇸
/ˈbɑːrtərz/
🇬🇧
/ˈbɑːtəz/
(barter)
exchange without money
Etymology
Etymology Information
'barter' originates from Old French, specifically the word 'barater,' where 'barater' meant 'to cheat or deceive.'
Historical Evolution
'barater' transformed into the Middle English word 'bartren,' and eventually became the modern English word 'barter.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to cheat or deceive,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'exchange goods or services.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the act or system of bartering goods or services.
Barter is a common practice in rural communities.
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Last updated: 2025/02/08 17:51