bargain

UK /ˈbɑːɡən/ US /ˈbɑːɡən/
noun 5verb 2

Definitions

noun

1

An agreement between parties concerning the sale of property; or a contract by which one party binds themself to transfer the right to some property for a consideration, and the other party binds themself to receive the property and pay the

A contract is a bargain that is legally binding.

2

An agreement or stipulation; mutual pledge.

[…]And when your honors mean to solemnize The bargain of your faith, I do beseech you, Even at that time I may be married too.

3

An item purchased for significantly less than the usual, or recommended, price

4

A gainful transaction; an advantageous purchase.

to buy (something) at a bargain

At that price, it’s not just a bargain, it’s a steal.

5

The thing stipulated or purchased.

If he say so, may his pernicious soul Rot half a grain a day! He lies to th' heart. She was too fond of her most filthy bargain.

verb

1

To make a bargain; to make a deal or contract for the exchange of property or services; to negotiate; to haggle.

They had to bargain for a few minutes to get a decent price for the rug.

So worthless peasants bargain for their wives. United we bargain, divided we beg

2

To transfer for a consideration; to barter; to trade

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