display model

[dɪˈspleɪ ˈmɑːdəl]
nounpl: display models
modelo de exposição
1. A product kept in a store or showroom for customers to view and examine, typically used for demonstration purposes and often sold at a discount
The laptop on the shelf is a display model, so you can try it before buying.
O laptop na prateleira é um modelo de exposição, então você pode experimentar antes de comprar.
2. A sample product used in retail environments to showcase features and functionality without being for immediate sale
The car dealership has several display models in the showroom for customers to explore.
A concessionária tem vários modelos de exposição na sala de exposição para os clientes explorarem.
3. A product that has been touched, tested, or slightly used by customers and is therefore sold at a reduced price
This refrigerator is a display model with minor scratches, offered at 20% discount.
Esta geladeira é um modelo de exposição com pequenos arranhões, oferecida com 20% de desconto.
Display models are common in retail environments across Brazil and the USA. In Brazil, purchasing display models is socially acceptable and often results in significant savings. Retailers clearly label these items, and consumers frequently negotiate prices for display models. The term 'modelo de exposição' is widely understood in commercial Portuguese, particularly in electronics, automotive, and furniture retail sectors.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
demonstration modelfloor modelshowroom modelsample modelexhibition model
Antonyms / Antônimos
new modelfactory sealedunopened

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
modelo de exposição
Standard term used in retail and commercial contexts
São Paulo
modelo de vitrine
Common commercial usage referring to display window models
Rio de Janeiro
modelo de mostra
Alternative term emphasizing demonstration aspect
Portugal
modelo de exposição
Same as Brazilian Portuguese; occasionally 'modelo de amostra'

Related Words

floor sampledemo unitshowroomretail displayclearancediscounted

Related Idioms & Phrases

floor model
on display
shop-worn
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