junk shop
A "junk shop" typically deals in secondhand or discarded items, often sold at low prices.
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Definition
B2General
(informal)A store that sells secondhand or discarded items, often at low prices.
Example
- She found a vintage lamp at the local junk shop.
- Junk shops can be treasure troves for those who enjoy bargain hunting.
B2Philippines
(regional)A dealership that buys and sells scrap materials.
Example
- He sold the old metal parts to a junk shop in Manila.
- In the Philippines, many junk shops deal in recyclable materials.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "junk shop":
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