Vendor — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun /ˈven-dər/ ven·dor

Meaning & Definition of Vendor

Vendor (noun)

  1. one that vends, seller
  2. vending machine

Vendor (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. the person in a business deal who hands over an item in exchange for money

    "we're thinking of making a deal with that other software vendor"

    similar: broker, dealer, merchandiser, seller
    related: merchant, trader, tradesman, auctioneer, concessionaire, black marketer, bootlegger, fence, fencer, hustler, scalper, smuggler, trafficker, discounter, distributor, e-tailer, exporter, jobber, reseller, retailer, wholesaler, chapman (British), hawker, huckster, peddler, salesclerk, salesman, salesperson, saleswoman, shopgirl, bargainer, haggler, horse trader, palterer
    opposite: buyer, purchaser
    near: consumer, end user, user

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Vendor

The most common words with a similar meaning to Vendor:

broker, dealer, merchandiser, seller

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Vendor

Words with the opposite meaning of Vendor:

buyer, purchaser

Related Words for Vendor

merchant, trader, tradesman, auctioneer, concessionaire, black marketer, bootlegger, fence, fencer, hustler, scalper, smuggler, trafficker, discounter, distributor, e-tailer, exporter, jobber, reseller, retailer, wholesaler, chapman, hawker, huckster, peddler, salesclerk, salesman, salesperson, saleswoman, shopgirl

Near Antonyms of Vendor

consumer, end user, user

Origin & Etymology of Vendor

borrowed from Anglo-French vendur, vendour, from vendre "to sell" + -ur, -our -or:1 vend

First known use: 1594

Frequently Asked Questions about Vendor

What does "Vendor" mean?

"Vendor" means one that vends, seller. As a noun, it is defined as: one that vends, seller.

What is another word for "Vendor"?

Other words for "Vendor" include broker, dealer, merchandiser and seller. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Vendor" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Vendor"?

There are 38 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Vendor". Common alternatives include broker, dealer, merchandiser and seller.

What is the opposite of "Vendor"?

Antonyms of "Vendor" include buyer and purchaser. Near antonyms include consumer, end user and user.

How do you use "Vendor" in a sentence?

Examples of "Vendor" in a sentence: "we're thinking of making a deal with that other software vendor".

Is "Vendor" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Vendor" is a noun.

How do you pronounce "Vendor"?

"Vendor" is pronounced /ˈven-dər/ and divided into syllables as ven·dor.

What is the origin of the word "Vendor"?

"Vendor" comes from borrowed from Anglo-French vendur, vendour, from vendre "to sell" + -ur, -our -or:1 vend. First known use: 1594.