noun
an agent who purchases goods or services for another (Freq. 1)
• Hypernyms: ↑agent
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noun1. : an employee who purchases materials and supplies to be used by a business (as a manufacturer)
2. : a middleman who makes purchases for clients
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1. a person who buys materials, supplies, equipment, etc., for a company.
2. an independent buyer acting as a hired agent.
[1920-25]
Useful english dictionary. 2012.