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English noun: bargain

1. bargain (communication) an agreement between parties (usually arrived at after discussion) fixing obligations of each


SamplesHe made a bargain with the devil.
He rose to prominence through a series of shady deals.


Synonymsdeal


Broader (hypernym)agreement, understanding

2. bargain (possession) an advantageous purchase


SamplesShe got a bargain at the auction.
The stock was a real buy at that price.


Synonymsbuy, steal


Broader (hypernym)purchase


Narrower (hyponym)song, travel bargain


English verb: bargain

1. bargain (possession) negotiate the terms of an exchange


SamplesWe bargained for a beautiful rug in the bazaar.


ExamplesSam and Sue bargain, Sam wants to bargain with Sue


Synonymsdicker


Pattern of useSomebody ----s.
Somebody ----s PP


Broader (hypernym)negociate, negotiate, talk terms


Narrower (hyponym)chaffer, haggle, higgle, huckster

2. bargain (communication) come to terms; arrive at an agreement


Pattern of useSomebody ----s


Broader (hypernym)agree









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