BARTER | English Meaning, Definition, and Pronunciation

Looking for the meaning of the word BARTER in English for both noun and verb forms from the Oxford Dictionary? Below, you can explore all possible meanings and definitions of BARTER with sentence examples. You can also use the “AUDIO PRONUNCIATION” track to check the correct pronunciation in British English.

Word: Barter

Speech Type: Verb

Etymology:

late Middle English: probably from Old French barater ‘deceive’ (see barratry)

Audio Pronunciation:
Phonetic Spelling: ˈbɑːtə
Dialects: British English
Definition:

exchange (goods or services) for other goods or services without using money

Short Definition:

exchange goods or services for other goods or services without using money

Examples:
  • he often bartered a meal for drawings
  • they were able to buy or barter for most of what they needed

Word: Barter

Speech Type: Noun

Audio Pronunciation:
Phonetic Spelling: ˈbɑːtə
Dialects: British English
Definition:

the action or system of bartering

Short Definition:

action or system of bartering

Examples:
  • paper money ceases to have any value and people resort to barter

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