English dictionary
buy
nounPronunciation
baɪ
Audio pronunciation
Parts of speech
Definitions
noun
- an advantageous purchase
verb
- accept as true
verb
- obtain by purchase; acquire by means of a financial transaction
verb
- acquire by trade or sacrifice or exchange
verb
- make illegal payments to in exchange for favors or influence
verb
- be worth or be capable of buying
Example sentences
she got a bargain at the auction
the stock was a real buy at that price
I can't buy this story
The family purchased a new car
The conglomerate acquired a new company
She buys for the big department store
She wanted to buy his love with her dedication to him and his work
This judge can be bought
This sum will buy you a ride on the train