warehouse store

[/ˈwɛɚhaʊs stɔɚ/]
nounpl: warehouse stores
loja de depósito
1. A large retail store that operates on a membership basis, selling goods in bulk at discounted prices, with minimal decoration and self-service format
I bought a bulk pack of paper towels at the warehouse store for much cheaper than at regular supermarkets.
Comprei um pacote grande de papel toalha na loja de depósito por um preço muito mais barato do que nos supermercados normais.
2. A retail establishment where products are displayed in an industrial setting with limited customer service
My membership at the warehouse store allows me to save significantly on groceries every month.
Minha associação na loja de depósito me permite economizar significativamente em compras de alimentos a cada mês.
Warehouse stores like Costco and Sam's Club are extremely popular in the United States and Brazil, particularly among middle and upper-middle class consumers seeking bulk discounts. In Brazil, these stores have become increasingly prevalent in major metropolitan areas. The membership model is a distinctive feature that differentiates these retailers from traditional supermarkets, and membership fees are a significant aspect of the business model in both countries.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
warehouse clubbulk storediscount warehousemembership warehouseclub store
Antonyms / Antônimos
boutiquespecialty storeluxury retailerdepartment store

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
loja de depósito
Standard term used across Brazil
São Paulo
loja de depósito / loja de atacado
Sometimes called 'loja de atacado' in commercial contexts
Rio de Janeiro
loja de depósito / club de compras
May also be referred to as 'club de compras'
Portugal
loja de armazém / loja de desconto
Portuguese Portuguese uses 'armazém' (warehouse) or 'loja de desconto' (discount store)

Related Words

membership feebulk purchasewholesalediscount pricingself-checkoutinventory management

Related Idioms & Phrases

shop in bulk
membership-based shopping
warehouse prices
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