department store

noun

Synonyms of department storenext
: a store having separate sections for a wide variety of goods

Examples of department store in a Sentence

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As big malls and department stores close, bargain chains like Ross Dress for Less are rolling out new stores. Los Angeles Times, 23 Mar. 2026 That’s something chef Gregory Gourdet is also exploring at Printemps, the luxury French department store that opened on Wall Street last spring. Tori Latham, Robb Report, 22 Mar. 2026 Theaters, department stores, restaurants and local businesses lined the street, drawing shoppers from across Chicago. Tonika Lewis Johnson, Chicago Tribune, 22 Mar. 2026 But virtual outlets aren’t the only secret to snagging discount designer bags—some department stores and rental services also offer amazing deals, too. Jessie Quinn, StyleCaster, 20 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for department store

Word History

First Known Use

1887, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of department store was in 1887

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“Department store.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/department%20store. Accessed 25 Mar. 2026.

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department store

noun
: a store having separate sections for a wide variety of goods
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