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commerce (noun)

Commerce refers to the activity of buying and selling goods and services, especially on a large scale between different places or companies. It encompasses the entire system of trade, including the transportation, finance, and legal frameworks that support these exchanges.

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Think of 'COM' as 'Coming together' and 'MERCE' as 'Merchandise'. Commerce is when merchandise and people come together...

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⚠️ Common Mistakes

I saw a funny commerce on TV. → I saw a funny commercial on TV.

The commerces of the world are growing. → Global commerce is growing.

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