bulk lot

[/bʌlk lɑt/]
nounpl: bulk lots
lote em massa / lote a granel
1. A large quantity of goods or items sold together as a single unit, typically at a discounted per-unit price
The warehouse is selling office supplies in bulk lots to reduce inventory.
O armazém está vendendo suprimentos de escritório em lotes em massa para reduzir o estoque.
2. A collection of items grouped together for wholesale or commercial transaction
We purchased a bulk lot of electronics from the liquidation sale.
Compramos um lote a granel de eletrônicos da venda de liquidação.
3. In auction contexts, a grouped collection of items sold as one item rather than individually
The antique dealer bought the entire bulk lot of vintage furniture.
O antiquário comprou todo o lote de móveis antigos.
The term 'bulk lot' is widely used in American and Brazilian commerce, particularly in auctions, liquidation sales, and wholesale markets. In Brazil, it's especially common in industrial districts like São Paulo and in port cities where goods are imported and sold in large quantities. The practice reflects both cost-saving strategies and inventory management in commercial transactions.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
batchconsignmentshipmentwholesale lotjob lotparcel
Antonyms / Antônimos
retailindividual itemsingle unitpiece

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
lote em massa / lote a granel
Most common usage in commercial and retail contexts
Rio de Janeiro
lote em massa
Preferred in local commerce and auctions
São Paulo
lote a granel / lote comercial
Common in industrial and wholesale sectors
Portugal
lote em grande quantidade / lote por grosso
European Portuguese adaptation; less commonly used

Related Words

wholesaleinventoryshipmentconsignmentquantity discountliquidation

Related Idioms & Phrases

buy in bulk
wholesale pricing
job lot sale
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