Trades

/ˈtreɪdz/

Definitions

  1. (n.) Various lines of commercial business, professions, or crafts.
    He was involved in several trades, including carpentry and plumbing.
  2. (v.) Third-person singular present of trade, meaning to buy and sell goods or services.
    She trades stocks regularly on the market.

Forms

  • trade

Commentary

"Trades" as a noun typically refers to different occupations or fields of business, while as a verb form it is the third-person singular present of "trade." Distinguish usage by context to avoid confusion.

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