Pronunciation

/ˈʃɑːpɪŋ/

Definitions

• Noun: The activity of buying goods or services, typically in a store or market. For example: “She enjoys going shopping on weekends.”
• Verb: To search for, purchase, or browse for goods or services. For example: “I’m going shopping for some new clothes.”
• Gerund: The act of shopping, often used as a noun. For example: “Shopping can be both relaxing and exhausting.”

Phrases

• “Do some shopping” means to go out and buy things.
• “Online shopping” refers to purchasing through the internet.
• “Window shopping” is browsing without making a purchase.

Example Sentences

• Noun: “She spent the afternoon shopping at the mall.”
• Verb: “I’ll do my grocery shopping after work.”
• Gerund: “I prefer to avoid the crowds by doing my shopping online.”

Synonyms

• Buying
• Purchasing
• Buying groceries
• Browsing
• Procurement
• Shopping spree

Antonyms

• Selling
• Returning (when referring to returning items bought)
• Saving (as in not spending money)