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fair trade
1noun
- trade carried on under a fair-trade agreement.
fair-trade
2[ fair-treyd ]
verb (used with object)
- to sell (a commodity) under a fair-trade agreement.
verb (used without object)
- to sell a commodity under a fair-trade agreement.
adjective
- subject to or resulting from a fair-trade agreement:
fair-trade items; fair-trade prices.
fair trade
noun
- the practice of directly benefiting producers in the developing world by buying straight from them at a guaranteed price
- ( as modifier )
fair-trade coffee
Other Word Forms
- ڲ-ٰİ noun
Word History and Origins
Origin of fair trade1
Origin of fair trade2
Example Sentences
"The report also clearly shows that the world has changed, which is why I will be in Washington this week defending British interests and making the case for free and fair trade," Reeves said.
Trump has said he believes tariffs are needed to bring “fair trade,” protect U.S. workers and reduce the trade deficit.
As one member of the latter told the New York Times, farmers don’t want handouts but, rather, “access to a free and fair trade market.”
Trump’s advisors say the new policy will bring about an overdue correction, returning fair trade practices, ultimately raising significant revenue for the federal government and bringing back manufacturing to U.S. shores.
The Parisian footwear brand — now celebrating its 20th year — is known for transparency, fair trade and eco-conscious shoes without sacrificing style.
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