salesperson
|sales/per/son|
B2
🇺🇸
/ˈseɪlzˌpɜr.sən/
🇬🇧
/ˈseɪlzˌpɜː.sən/
seller
Etymology
Etymology Information
'salesperson' originates from the combination of 'sale' and 'person', where 'sale' meant 'the act of selling' and 'person' referred to an individual.
Historical Evolution
'salesperson' evolved from the earlier term 'salesman', which was gender-specific, to the more inclusive 'salesperson'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred specifically to a male seller, but now it includes any gender.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a person whose job is to sell products or services.
The salesperson helped me choose the right laptop.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:42