| Id | ESLPod_1228_WE_2129 |
|---|---|
| Episode Id | ESLPod 1228 |
| Episode Title | Designing a Product Line |
| Phrase | trade |
| Text | In this podcast, the word "trade" refers to middlemen, or companies that sell other companies' products and services to other companies: "The trade company represents our services to potential buyers and receives a percentage of each sale." The phrase "tools of the trade" refers to the things one needs to complete a particular type of work: "Paintbrushes, canvas, and wet rags are tools of the trade for professional artists." The phrase "tricks of the trade" refers to clever ways to do one's job well: "Heath has been working in sales for 30 years and has mastered many tricks of the trade." Finally, the word "trade" can also refer to international imports and exports: "The two countries are negotiating new international trade agreements." |
| Topics | Business |
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