mercantile
mer
ˈmɜr
mēr
can
kən
kēn
tile
ˌtaɪl
tail
British pronunciation
/mˈɜːkɑːntˌa‍ɪl/

Definition & Meaning of "mercantile"in English

mercantile
01

related to the old-fashioned way of doing business including its ideas and practices

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The mercantile system emphasized countries accumulating wealth by exporting more goods than they imported.
The historic mercantile district in the city thrived with bustling markets and trade activities.
02

related to things or qualities connected with trade and people involved in buying and selling

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The bustling mercantile district in the city center was filled with shops and markets.
His family has been in the mercantile business for generations, specializing in importing rare textiles.
03

profit oriented

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