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importer

n. countable
B2 Upper Intermediate US //ˌɪmˈpɔɹtɝ// UK //ɪmpˈɔːtɐ// im·porter

n. a person or company that brings goods into a country from another country to sell them. You use this when talking about global trade or buying products from abroad.

n. a person or commercial entity that brings goods or services into a country from abroad for sale. Often used in economic contexts to describe the receiving party in international trade.


SIMPLE

The local wine importer brings in several brands from Italy.

CONTEXTUAL

As a major importer of crude oil, the nation is highly sensitive to fluctuations in global energy prices.

COMPLEX

The government recently introduced new tariffs that significantly increase the operating costs for every small-scale importer specializing in artisanal electronics from East Asia.

Origin

From import + -er.

Usage

Often paired with 'of' to specify the goods being brought in.

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