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Commissary

usgb/ˈkɑːmɪseri/Volume
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Military Context

Use 'commissary' when talking about military or prison retail services, signifying a specific type of store.

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She was heading to the commissary to pick up supplies for her dorm.
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Not Public

'Commissary' often refers to a private store, not usually accessible by the general public.

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Visitors were not allowed to purchase items from the base commissary.
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Prison Use

In a prison, 'commissary' is more than just a store, it's often the only place inmates can buy personal items.

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He saved his earnings to buy snacks from the prison commissary.
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