Trolley
/ˈtrɑːli/noun
A large cart with wheels that you push and use in supermarkets.
She filled the trolley with groceries for the week.
Often appears as...
- shopping trolley
- trolley full
Definition 1 of 4
Pro Tip 1/3Shopping Context
Use 'trolley' when speaking about shopping activities; it's a crucial term in retail environments.
Could you return the trolley to the trolley bay?
Pro Tip 2/3Not Just Groceries
'Trolley' isn't limited to groceries; it may carry various items within shops or warehouses.
Please use a trolley for the heavy boxes.
Pro Tip 3/3Cultural Variance
In the US, 'shopping cart' is more common, while 'trolley' is preferred in the UK and other regions.
In the UK, everyone uses a trolley at the supermarket.
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