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buying

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/ˈbaɪ.ɪŋ/ English

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verb

  1. To obtain (something) in exchange for money or goods“I'm going to buy my father something nice for his birthday.”
  2. To obtain by some sacrifice.“I've bought material comfort by foregoing my dreams.”
  3. To bribe.“He tried to buy me with gifts, but I wouldn't give up my beliefs.”
  4. To be equivalent to in value.“The dollar doesn't buy as much as it used to.”

noun

  1. The act of making a purchase.

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