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Word: Car Dealer

Definition:
A "car dealer" is a person or a company that sells and buys cars. They can sell new cars, used cars, or both. Car dealers usually have a special place, called a dealership, where people can come to look at and buy cars.

Usage Instructions:

• You can use "car dealer" when talking about someone who sells cars.
• You can say "I bought my car from a car dealer" or "The car dealer helped me find the right car for my needs."

Example Sentences:

1. I visited the car dealer to look at some new models.
2. The car dealer offered me a good price for my old car.

Advanced Usage:

In more advanced conversations, you might discuss the reputation of a car dealer or the services they provide, such as financing options or warranties. For example: - "This car dealer has a great reputation for customer service." - "Many car dealers offer financing plans to help you buy a car."

Word Variants:

• Car Dealership (noun): The place where cars are sold.
  Example: "I went to the car dealership to test drive a new car."

• Car Deal (noun): A good agreement or price when buying a car.
  Example: "I got a great car deal at the dealership."

Different Meanings:

• While "car dealer" specifically refers to someone who sells cars, "dealer" on its own can refer to someone who sells various types of goods, like a "drug dealer" or "card dealer" (someone who distributes cards in a game).

Synonyms:

• Auto dealer: Another term for a car dealer, often used interchangeably.
• Car salesman/saleswoman: Refers to an individual who sells cars, similar to a car dealer but more specific to the person.

Idioms and Phrasal Verbs:

• "Make a deal": This means to negotiate and come to an agreement, often used in the context of buying or selling.
  Example: "I need to make a deal with the car dealer to get a lower price."

• "Drive a hard bargain": This means to negotiate strongly for a good price.
  Example: "He knows how to drive a hard bargain when he goes to the car dealer."

Conclusion:

Understanding the term "car dealer" helps you know where to buy a car and who to talk to if you want to sell your car.

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Noun

1. a firm that sells and buys cars