discount
Meaning
To discount something means to reduce its price or value, often to encourage sales or make it more attractive to customers.
💡 A common mistake is to confuse "discount" with "deduct," as they have different implications in pricing.
Example Sentences
Word in Context
Laura
works
at
a
small
clothing
shop
and
she
is
preparing
the
display
for
the
weekend
.
Because
summer
is
ending
,
the
manager
decided
to
discount
several
dresses
to
clear
the
shelves
.
She
arranged
the
dresses
by
colour
and
size
so
customers
can
find
what
they
need
quickly
.
Although
sales
have
been
slow
this
month
,
she
hopes
the
lower
prices
will
attract
more
people
.
If
the
promotion
works
,
the
shop
will
have
space
for
new
autumn
items
next
week
.
Common Phrases
discount price
discount rate
discount offer
Synonyms
Related Words
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