ENGLISH DICTIONARYMeaning
An agreement between parties concerning the sale of property; or a contract by which one party binds themself to transfer the right to some property for a consideration, and the other party binds themself to receive the property and pay the consideration..
Definitions by Sense
- An agreement between parties concerning the sale of property; or a contract by which one party binds themself to transfer the right to some property for a consideration, and the other party binds themself to receive the property and pay the consideration.
- An agreement or stipulation; mutual pledge.
- An item purchased for significantly less than the usual, or recommended, price
- A gainful transaction; an advantageous purchase.
- The thing stipulated or purchased.
- (intransitive) To make a bargain; to make a deal or contract for the exchange of property or services; to negotiate; to haggle.
- (transitive) To transfer for a consideration; to barter; to trade
Example Sentences
A contract is a bargain that is legally binding.
[…]And when your honors mean to solemnize
The bargain of your faith, I do beseech you,
Even at that time I may be married too.
to buy (something) at a bargain
At that price, it’s not just a bargain, it’s a steal.
Thus the red damask curtains which now shut out the fog-laden, drizzling atmosphere of the Marylebone Road, had cost a mere song, and yet they might have been warranted to last another thirty years. A great bargain also had been the excellent Axminster carpet which covered the floor;[…].
If he say so, may his pernicious soul Rot half a grain a day! He lies to th' heart. She was too fond of her most filthy bargain.
They had to bargain for a few minutes to get a decent price for the rug.
So worthless peasants bargain for their wives.
United we bargain, divided we beg
Word Forms
- bargains
- bargaining
- bargained
Synonyms for bargain
Antonyms for bargain
Related Words
When Should You Use Bargain?
Use bargain when its meaning, tone and grammar fit the full sentence. A synonym is not always a direct replacement.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does bargain mean?
Bargain means An agreement between parties concerning the sale of property; or a contract by which one party binds themself to transfer the right to some property for a consideration, and the other party binds themself to receive the property and pay the consideration..
What is a synonym for bargain?
Common synonyms include agree, bargain, come to terms, contract.
What is the opposite of bargain?
Possible antonyms include rip-off.
How do you use bargain in a sentence?
A contract is a bargain that is legally binding.
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