English

shopping

ˈʃɑpɪŋ, ˈʃɑː.pɪŋ, ˈʃɒpɪŋ
Meaning: the activity of buying things from stores
Part of Speech: Noun Alternative Readings: ˈʃɑː.pɪŋ, ˈʃɒpɪŋ

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Example sentences

I went shopping for clothes yesterday.
I went shopping for clothes yesterday.
I made a shopping list so I wouldn't forget anything at the store.
I made a shopping list so I wouldn't forget anything at the store.
The new shopping mall is always crowded on weekends.
The new shopping mall is always crowded on weekends.
We finished our shopping just before the store's closing.
We finished our shopping just before the store's closing.
She went on a shopping spree after the exams.
She went on a shopping spree after the exams.

Usage Notes

Refers to the act of visiting stores to purchase goods like food, clothing, or household items.

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