auctioneer

noun

auc·​tion·​eer ˌȯk-shə-ˈnir How to pronounce auctioneer (audio)
: an agent who sells goods at auction

Examples of auctioneer in a Sentence

The auctioneer started the bidding at $100.
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That includes the classic auction with auctioneers speaking really fast, selling antiques or paintings or whatever. Greg Rosalsky, NPR, 11 Nov. 2025 The charismatic auctioneer was clearly pleased, teasing the eager bidder. Paige Reddinger, Robb Report, 8 Nov. 2025 In it, star auctioneer André Masson (Alex Lutz) and his pathological liar of a new intern (Louise Chevillotte as Aurore) pay a visit to a blind old woman who’s eager to unload a priceless masterpiece. David Ehrlich, IndieWire, 29 Oct. 2025 Andrew served as auctioneer in his first public appearance since his split, earning laughs and praise from guests. Sarah Jones, PEOPLE, 27 Oct. 2025 See All Example Sentences for auctioneer

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1708, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of auctioneer was circa 1708

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“Auctioneer.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/auctioneer. Accessed 15 Nov. 2025.

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auctioneer

noun
auc·​tion·​eer ˌȯk-shə-ˈni(ə)r How to pronounce auctioneer (audio)
: a person in charge of an auction
auctioneer verb

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