A convenience store where you can buy newspapers, magazines and snacks and drinks. Also known as a newsy.
Newsagent
Example Sentences
"That's a proper Newsagent, that is."
"I've never seen such a Newsagent in all my life."
Etymology & History
British news and magazine shop. British retail terminology. Corner shop British often combined. Americans 'newsstand'. Papers and sweets British typical. Reflects British local retail culture.
Word Details
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Region
General British
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Era
Modern
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Language
Mild
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Formality
Informal
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