Emptor
/ˈɛmptɔːr/
Definitions
- (n.) A buyer in a transaction, especially one who buys goods or property.
The emptor inspected the merchandise before finalizing the purchase.
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Commentary
Typically used in legal contexts to emphasize the role of the buyer; often paired with 'vendor' to denote parties in a sale contract.
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