broker

Meanings

• noun

  A person or business that arranges transactions between buyers and sellers for a commission.

  - "The real estate broker sold the house for a high price."
  - "I need to find a broker to sell my car."
  - "The stock broker made a fortune for her clients."

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with broker
rocker , joker , smoker

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Variants

List of all variants of broker that leads to same result
broker , brokered , brokering , brokers , honest broker , honest brokers , power broker , power brokers , insurance broker

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Etymology

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Old English 'brocian' meaning 'to break, shatter'. The modern term 'broker' evolved from this root, indicating the role of a middleman who breaks deals between buyers and sellers.

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Trivia

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1. Did you know that the first recorded use of the term 'broker' dates back to the 14th century?

2. The term 'stockbroker' first appeared in the 17th century, referring to individuals who bought and sold shares of stock on behalf of clients.

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Related Concepts

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1. Middleman: A person or entity that facilitates transactions between buyers and sellers, typically earning a commission for their services.

2. Intermediary: A person or entity that acts as a link between two parties, facilitating communication and negotiations.

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Culture

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Brokers have been depicted in various forms of literature and art, often as shrewd businessmen or intermediaries. In the stock market, brokers have been the subject of numerous novels and films, reflecting their significant role in the financial industry.

How to Memorize "broker"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a person or business facilitating transactions between buyers and sellers, earning a commission for their services.

2. associate
   

   - Think of a person or business that connects buyers and sellers, acting as a middleman or intermediary.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a memory hook by associating the word 'broker' with 'bringing buyers and sellers together'.

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