consumer

Definition

One who, or that which, consumes.

Etymology

From consume + -er.

Example Sentences

• "But through the oligopoly, charcoal fuel proliferated throughout London's trades and industries. By the 1200s, brewers and bakers, tilemakers, glassblowers, pottery producers, and a range of other craftsmen all became hour-to-hour consumers of charcoal."
• "This new system favours the consumer over the producer."
• "Almost two-thirds of American consumers have at least one unspent gift card tucked away in a drawer, pocket, wallet or purse."

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