e-tail

See also: Etáil

English

Alternative forms

• etail

Etymology

Blend of e- +‎ retail.

Noun

e-tail (uncountable)

1. Synonym of e-tailing (“retail business via electronic media”)
   • 2001, Martin Lindström, Clicks, bricks and brands, page 239:

     It is to be found in examining and evaluating what roles could happily co-exist for both the retail and e-tail parties.

   • 2024 November, “Autumn Budget shifts ‘burden to businesses’”, in Drapers, London, page 8:

     Reeves intends to “permanently” cut business rates multipliers from 2026/27 for properties with a rateable value of £500,000 or lower. There will be a higher multiplier for higher-value properties, including etail warehouses.

   • 2025 October 23, Meghan Hall, “Amazon Says New AI Tool Will Simplify Shopping Decisions”, in Sourcing Journal, New York:

     Amazon wants to use artificial intelligence to eliminate analysis paralysis for its consumers. The e-tail giant announced Thursday it has started rolling out an AI-powered, consumer-facing feature it calls Help Me Decide.

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