trade definition

1. the commercial exchange (buying and selling on domestic or international markets) of goods and services
• examples: Venice was an important center of trade with the East
• examples: they are accused of conspiring to constrain trade
2. the skilled practice of a practical occupation
• examples: he learned his trade as an apprentice
3. the business given to a commercial establishment by its customers
• examples: even before noon there was a considerable patronage
4. steady winds blowing from east to west above and below the equator
• examples: they rode the trade winds going west
5. engage in the trade of
• examples: he is merchandising telephone sets
6. turn in as payment or part payment for a purchase
• examples: trade in an old car for a new one
7. be traded at a certain price or under certain conditions
• examples: The stock traded around $20 a share
8. exchange or give (something) in exchange for