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brokers

n. countable
B2 Upper Intermediate US //ˈbɹoʊkɝz// UK //bɹˈəʊkəz// bro·kers

n. people or companies that arrange deals between a buyer and a seller. They usually get paid a fee or a small percentage of the sale for their help.

n. agents who negotiate and arrange transactions between buyers and sellers in exchange for a commission. Often used in the context of finance, insurance, or real estate.


SIMPLE

The brokers help us buy and sell company stocks.

CONTEXTUAL

Insurance brokers compare different policies from many companies to find the best deal for their clients.

COMPLEX

While individual investors can now trade directly online, many large firms still rely on institutional brokers to execute complex orders without causing sudden price fluctuations in the market.

Synonyms
Usage

Commonly used in the plural to refer to the profession or a specific firm; often followed by the preposition 'for'.

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