# exporter

/ɪkˈspɔɹtɝ/ (US) · /ɛkspˈɔːtɐ/ (UK) · CEFR B2 · Noun

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/exporter
Updated: 2026-05-07

## Definition

a person, company, or country that sells goods or services to other countries. You use this when talking about international trade and business.

For teachers: a person, country, or business entity that sends goods or services to another country for sale. Refers to the source of the trade flow.

## Examples

- Brazil is a major exporter of coffee to the rest of the world.
- The government introduced new tax breaks to help every local exporter compete more effectively in the global market.
- As a leading exporter of high-tech components, the nation maintains a significant trade surplus with its neighbors, though it remains vulnerable to fluctuations in global demand.

## Usage notes

- Often followed by the preposition 'of' to specify the goods being traded.

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