trader
/ˈtɹeɪdə(ɹ)/
Proposed by a contributor, not yet supported by evidence.
Also seen as: traders
Meaning · English
One who earns a living by trading goods or securities.
Noun
Examples
On November 29 1952, a special train ran from Sunderland to Leeds for Christmas shoppers and those attending a Leeds vs. Brentford match. It caused controversy, with Sunderland traders protesting that their shops were just as good as those in Leeds.
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).
Common questions
What does “trader” mean?
One who earns a living by trading goods or securities.
Is “trader” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.