traded

word · lemma: trade

/ˈtɹeɪdɪd/
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/tɹˈeɪdɪd/
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Definition

Past form of 'trade'. It means exchanged goods, services, or items with someone, or bought and sold things in business or the market.

Usage & Nuances

Common in business, collectibles, and sports contexts. 'Traded with' means exchanging with a person; 'traded for' means what you received. In sports, means moving a player to another team. Only used for past actions.

Example Sentences

He traded his sandwich for an apple.

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The store traded old books for cash.

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They traded baseball cards at recess.

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She traded her weekend shift so she could attend the concert.

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The company traded internationally for many years.

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The basketball player was traded to a different team last season.

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