# restock

/ɹiˈstɑk/ (US) · /ɹɪstˈɒk/ (UK) · CEFR B2 · Verb

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/restock
Updated: 2026-05-26

## Definition

to fill a shelf or a store with more goods so that they are available for sale again. You use this when a shop runs out of something and needs to get more.

For teachers: to replenish a supply of goods in a retail environment or warehouse. Often used in the context of inventory management or logistics.

## Examples

- The shop needs to restock the shelves before the weekend.
- After the morning rush, the manager sent the staff to restock the bakery section with fresh bread and pastries.
- The automated system alerts the warehouse when inventory levels fall below a certain threshold, triggering a restock order to ensure that popular items remain available for the next business day.

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