variety store
Cheap merchandise shop
A variety store is a retail shop selling a wide assortment of inexpensive merchandise, typically including household goods, toys, candy, and basic necessities.
These stores emerged in the late 19th century as five-and-dime or dime stores, where most items cost a nickel or a dime.
The term now applies broadly to discount retailers offering diverse low-priced goods under one roof.
I picked up some cleaning supplies and birthday candles at the variety store.
Plan for spending
- discountReduced price offered
- bargainFavorable purchase price
- cheapLow in price
- low-costRequiring little money
economical · savings · deal · value · inexpensive · thrifty · clearance · markdown
Mixed collection of things
- selectionChosen item or items
- sundriesAssorted minor items
- stationeryCorrespondence writing materials
- toiletriesPersonal care products
kitchenware · hardware · batteries · snacks · candy · toys · gift-wrap · candles
Minor decorative objects
- knickknacksSmall ornamental objects
- souvenirsObjects preserving travel memories
- toysObjects for amusement
- puzzlesProblems designed to challenge
figurines · costumes · decorations · baubles · ornaments · stocking-stuffers · tchotchkes · collectibles
Small urban grocery
- mini-martSmall retail outlet
- neighborhoodResidential area nearby
- one-stopOffering everything needed
- accessibleAble to be reached
nearby · local · mom-and-pop · walk-in · grab-and-go · errand · proximity · handy
budget
Plan for spending
low-cost · economical · savings · deal · value · inexpensive · thrifty · clearance · markdown · five-and-dime
assortment
Mixed collection of things
- selectionChosen item or items
- sundriesAssorted minor items
- stationeryCorrespondence writing materials
toiletries · kitchenware · hardware · batteries · snacks · candy · toys · gift-wrap · candles
trinkets
Minor decorative objects
- knickknacksSmall ornamental objects
- souvenirsObjects preserving travel memories
- toysObjects for amusement
puzzles · figurines · costumes · decorations · baubles · ornaments · stocking-stuffers · tchotchkes · collectibles · gadgets
bodega
Small urban grocery
- mini-martSmall retail outlet
- neighborhoodResidential area nearby
- one-stopOffering everything needed
accessible · nearby · local · mom-and-pop · walk-in · grab-and-go · errand · proximity · handy · sundries
- shopsshop, boutique, bakery, bookstores, bookstore
- retail storesWalmart, shop, grocery, boutique, Amazon
- dime storesWoolworth's, Ben Franklin, lunch counter, soda fountain, penny candy
- corner storesbodega, mini-mart, corner market, local shop, quick stop
- discount storesdiscounter, Dollar General, Dollar Tree, Family Dollar, Big Lots
variety storespecialty store
Shop selling one category
specialty shop · boutique · jeweler · tobacconist · flagship store
variety storedesigner store
Retailer of premium brands
Neiman Marcus · Saks Fifth Avenue · atelier · Harrods · flagship store
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