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Shopping Definition & Meaning

shopping
noun
  1. searching for or buying goods or services; "went shopping for a reliable plumber"; "does her shopping at the mall rather than down town"
  2. the commodities purchased from stores; "she loaded her shopping into the car"women carrying home shopping didn't give me a second glance"

"Shopping" in song lyrics

See how shopping is used in real songs:

  • "And while you're window shopping"
    Aceyalone — The Walls and the Windows
  • "Since you uptown, you might as well go shopping"
    Apocalipps — Welcome 2 New York
  • "I love them thick yellow bones that be shopping"
    Big Steve aka Granpappy Mafioso — Testimony

Usage tips for "shopping"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "shopping" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for shopping to find words that pair well.

Use "shopping" in a verse

Now that you know what "shopping" means, try using it in your own lyrics:

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Frequently asked questions

What does shopping mean?
searching for or buying goods or services; "went shopping for a reliable plumber"; "does her shopping at the mall rather than down town" the commodities purchased from stores; "she loaded her shopping into the car"women carrying home shopping didn't give me a second glance"
What part of speech is shopping?
Shopping is a noun.
How many definitions does shopping have?
Shopping has 2 definitions across 1 part of speech (noun).

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