sales
/seɪlz/
Proposed by a contributor, not yet supported by evidence.
Sense 1
Meaning · English
The activities involved in selling goods or services.
Noun
Examples
He's likable and motivated: perfect for a career in sales.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Sense 2
Meaning · English
The amount or value of goods and services sold.
Noun
Examples
Sales were up 12% over last year.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
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Common questions
What does “sales” mean?
The activities involved in selling goods or services.
Is “sales” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.
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