Meaning of the word dealer in English

What does dealer mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

dealer

US /ˈdiː.lɚ/
UK /ˈdiː.lər/
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Noun

1.

a person or business that buys and sells goods

Example:
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He works as a car dealer.
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The art dealer sold a rare painting.
2.

a person who distributes illegal drugs

Example:
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The police arrested a drug dealer.
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He was known as a small-time dealer in the neighborhood.
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