Resale Meaning
/ˈriːseɪl/Definition, CEFR level B1, pronunciation, examples, and quiz.
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Definition
nounSale of something previously bought.
nounThe sale by the original seller to another purchaser of goods due to non-payment by original purchaser, often with the original purchaser liable for any shortfall between the original sale price and the price realized by the original seller.
Sentence Examples
Resale of this item is prohibited.
Tom ruined the resale value of his truck when he spilled paint in it.
CEFR Practice Quiz
The antique vase was bought at auction, and its later ____ earned the owner a large profit.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
The tickets were purchased for personal use and were not available for ____ at a higher price.
Word Origin & History
Etymology tree Proto-Italic *wre- Latin re-der. Old French re-bor. Middle English re- English re- English sale English resale From re- + sale.
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CEFR Practice Quiz
The antique vase was bought at auction, and its later ____ earned the owner a large profit.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
The tickets were purchased for personal use and were not available for ____ at a higher price.