retailer
n. countable B2 Upper Intermediate US //ˈɹiˌteɪɫɝ// UK //ɹˈiːteɪlɐ// re·tail·er
n. a person or business that sells goods directly to the public. You usually find them in shops or on websites.
n. a person or business entity that sells goods to the ultimate consumer, as opposed to a wholesaler or supplier.
The local retailer offers a discount to students.
After the holiday season, every major retailer in the city holds a massive clearance sale to clear out old stock.
The rise of e-commerce has forced the traditional brick-and-mortar retailer to rethink its customer experience and loyalty programs to remain competitive in a digital market.
From retail + -er.
Usage
Commonly used in business contexts to distinguish between those who sell to the public and those who sell to other businesses.