farmers market

noun

variants or farmers' market or farmer's market
: a market at which local farmers sell their agricultural products directly to consumers

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Fresh flowers and veggies, baked goods, honey, spices and unique gifts are just a few of the reasons to attend a farmers market in Naperville this year. Annie Alleman, Chicago Tribune, 29 May 2026 The family had met Crooks at the Ames farmers market in July of 2024, when the couple’s twins were just two weeks old. Lyz Lenz, Rolling Stone, 28 May 2026 Gertner also points visitors to local favorites, like the bustling farmers market or brunch at 1909, the Otesaga’s lakeside restaurant, where sweeping water views make the experience as memorable as the food. Lauren Dana Ellman, Travel + Leisure, 28 May 2026 The proceeds of the Encino farmers market helps to support the organization’s free services, including two senior centers, meal delivery to homebound older adults, and a senior and childcare center. Daily News, 26 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for farmers market

Word History

First Known Use

1905, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of farmers market was in 1905

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“Farmers market.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/farmers%20market. Accessed 4 Jun. 2026.

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