Emporial

/ɛmˈpɔːriəl/ adjective

Definition

Relating to or characteristic of an emporium; pertaining to large commercial establishments or trading centers.

Etymology

From Latin 'emporium' plus the adjectival suffix '-al'. This creates an adjective form meaning 'of or pertaining to a large marketplace or trading center'.

Kelly Says

The word 'emporial' is rarely used today, but it would have been perfect for describing the grand Victorian department stores like Marshall Field's or Harrods—these were truly 'emporial' achievements in retail!

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