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salesperson

n.
B1 Intermediate US //ˈseɪɫzˌpɝsən// UK //sˈeɪlspəsən// sales·per·son

n. a person whose job is to sell products or services to customers. You usually meet them in a shop, on the phone, or in a company office.

n. a person whose primary role is to sell goods or services to consumers or businesses. Often used in professional contexts to distinguish a retail worker from a manager or a customer.


SIMPLE

The salesperson helped me choose the right size of the jacket.

CONTEXTUAL

After the initial meeting, the salesperson followed up with an email to answer any remaining questions about the contract.

COMPLEX

A skilled salesperson must balance aggressive persuasion with genuine empathy to build long-term relationships that drive repeat business and customer loyalty.

Origin

Compound of sales + person.

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