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shop

The correct spelling is shop.

How to pronounce shop

/ʃɒp/
noun

IPA: /ʃɒp/

Say it like: Sho-p

The correct spelling is shop. An establishment that sells goods or services to the public; originally only a physical location, but now a virtual establishment as well. For example: "This is where I do my weekly shop."

Usage Examples

This is where I do my weekly shop.

He’s shopping for clothes.

Shop our new arrivals.

Meanings

noun

  1. 1.An establishment that sells goods or services to the public; originally only a physical location, but now a virtual establishment as well.
  2. 2.A place where things are manufactured or crafted; a workshop.
  3. 3.A large garage where vehicle mechanics work.
  4. 4.Workplace; office. Used mainly in expressions such as shop talk, closed shop and shop floor.
  5. 5.A variety of classes taught in junior or senior high school that teach vocational skill.

verb

  1. 1.To visit stores or shops to browse or explore merchandise, especially with the intention of buying such merchandise.
  2. 2.To purchase products from (a range or catalogue, etc.).
  3. 3.To report the criminal activities or whereabouts of someone to an authority.
  4. 4.To imprison.
  5. 5.To photoshop; to digitally edit a picture or photograph.

interjection

  1. 1.Used to attract the services of a shop assistant

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