haggler
|hag/gler|
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/ˈhæɡlər/
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/ˈhæɡlə/
(haggle)
persistent negotiation
Etymology
Etymology Information
'haggle' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'haggen,' where 'haggen' meant 'to chop or hack.'
Historical Evolution
'haggen' transformed into the modern English word 'haggle,' and eventually 'haggler' was derived from it.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to chop or hack,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to negotiate or bargain.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a person who negotiates or bargains, especially over the price of something.
The haggler managed to get a discount on the antique vase.
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Last updated: 2025/01/16 20:30