vendor
This term carries a neutral to professional tone, shifting its weight based on the scale of the operation. In a corporate environment, it describes a strategic partner or a third-party provider of specialized tools, often implying a contractual relationship involving service level agreements.
In a public or urban setting, the word evokes a more tactile, immediate experience of commerce. It suggests a small-scale, often independent operation where the seller is physically present with their goods, contrasting with the anonymity of a retail store or a digital marketplace.
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I'd kill for some real street food. Just one honest vendor with a cart.
I'd kill for some real street food. Just one honest vendor with a cart.
Get a grip, Tom. Eat your nutrient paste and shut it.
Get a grip, Tom. Eat your nutrient paste and shut it.
Meanings
A person or company offering something for sale, especially a trader or a manufacturer.
The company is looking for a new software vendor to manage their payroll.
Examples
A mysterious vendor offered him a magic sword.