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Window shopping
/wˈɪndəʊ ʃˈɒpɪŋ/
/wˈɪndoʊ ʃˈɑːpɪŋ/
window-shoppingWindow shopping
01
the activity of just looking at the goods in the windows of stores without going inside and buying something
Idiom
InformalWhat is the origin of the idiom "window shopping" and when to use it?
The idiom "window shopping" comes from looking at items displayed in store windows without intending to make a purchase. It refers to browsing stores or online shops for enjoyment or ideas without the intention of buying anything.
window shopping
n
Example
I spent the afternoon knocking around town, just window shopping and people-watching.
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