Noun

Singular consumer

Plural consumers

consumer (plural consumers)

  1. (economics) someone who trades money for goods as an individual.
  2. (biology) an organism that uses other organisms for food in order to gain energy.

Antonyms

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Sat Jul 18 16:56:24 2009

Consumer is a broad label that refers to any individuals or households that use goods and services generated within the economy. The concept of a consumer is used in different contexts, so that the usage and significance of the term may vary.

In economics and marketing

Typically when business people and economists talk of consumers they are talking about person as consumer, an aggregated commodity item with little individuality other than that expressed in the buy/not-buy decision. However there is a trend in marketing to individualize the concept. Instead of generating broad demographic profile and psycho graphic profiles of market segments, marketers are engaging in personalized marketing, permission marketing, and mass customization.

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Wed Jul 15 17:22:04 2009

 Consumer sentiment dips in July
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Consumer sentiment dips in July

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Fri, 24 Jul 2009 17:00:00 GM

One data point that was not a positive, however: the Reuters/Univers​ity of Michigan Surveys of . Consumers. said its . consumer. sentiment index for July (final) fell to 66.0 from 70.8 in June, Reuters reported Friday. ...

THE CONSUMER OBSERVER-I think it s a scam.
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THE CONSUMER OBSERVER-I think it s a scam.

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I may be wrong, but I haven t been yet on exposing these scams. The . Consumer. Observer purports itself to be some kind of . Consumer. Reports. But I suspect it.

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Mexico Consumer Prices Rose 0.2% in July's First Half - Bloomberg
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Mexico Consumer Prices Rose 0.2% in July's First Half

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July 23 (Bloomberg) -- Mexico's consumer prices rose in line with forecasts in the first half of July as costs increased for tourist ...
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He said that consumers ' satisfaction and protection was the first priority of the PTA. Addressing a press conference today, the chairman said Pakistan's ...

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PTA unveils redressal of consumer grievances mechanism Pakistan Daily Mail

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Sat Jul 25 18:28:24 2009

What do we exactly mean by consumer rights?
Q. Like how can it be violated? Can the issue of cola be conisdered as a conusmer right issue?? What about the rent that is increasing in today's world?? Can it also be considered as a consumer right issue?? If yes, what were the decision made by the consumer courts?
Asked by Jincy A - Sat Aug 19 05:22:46 2006 - - 5 Answers - 0 Comments

A. I have no idea. I think the entire concept is utter non-sense. I can't think of anywhere you are forced to buy anything. The decision to buy is the buyers choice. What "consumer rights" really are is falsely labeled socialism. It isn't about expanding rights at all but limiting them. Limits on what is available, and limits on who shall provide it. It is a false illness concocted to sell the snake oil of increased regulations that reduce the choices we have and restricts our freedom.
Answered by Roadkill - Tue Aug 22 13:52:45 2006

What Kind of Consumer Are You When You Order a Cheeseburger With the Works?
Q. The full question is. What kind of consumer are you when you eat a cheeseburger with the works? Explain or diagram the different food chains you are a part of when you eat your sandwich. The part I don't get is the part where is asks, "Explain or diagram the different food chains you are a part of when you eat your cheeseburger." Please help! Thank you!
Asked by c l a i r e - Mon May 18 19:12:23 2009 - - 5 Answers - 0 Comments

A. First, a tirade. No one is a "consumer". We don't consume anything. After we use food, it is broken down into its constituent chemicals and the energy in the chemical bonds is eventually liberated as heat. If we were really consumers... then nothing would remain after we used it. Unfortunately people think resources are infinite, and waste can be generated infinitely. Now... to the answer... your teacher wants the "works"... ahhh... that contains some plant material, doesn't it. That puts you in a different part of the food pyramid/chain. Also... the bun comes from plants as well, doesn't it... as does the mustard/ketchup and pickles. Hmmm getting hungry. So it's not only the meat and cheese here. Now, if it's a bad fast food… [cont.]
Answered by DrJ - Mon May 18 19:21:24 2009

Whats the career that helps out in the making of consumer electronics? What is that profession called?
Q. I was pondering the other day about what career I would like to take up when I get out of high school and realized that I do have an interest in the making of consumer electronics (Like mp3 players, and portable devices. Not so much computers). What kind of professions are there that would help in the making of this kind of stuff? Can someone give me a list of careers around this area and tell exactly what they do? Thanks in advanced for your answers. I also would like to know what colleges would be good for this field and what courses in High School I should take. I know I'm just a freshman but I want to be prepared when I leave for a college. Thanks for the answer marystoy_2000. I understand a little more about what i'm asking now. What… [cont.]
Asked by MightyMan50 - Mon Oct 8 12:51:32 2007 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Based on your follow up, I think you are looking at prototype design. This involves a knowledge of mechanical engineering and materials science. The courses for this are science/math heavy. In high school, you should take chemistry, algebra, calculus and physics. As a side beneift, you may want to look at an art class (for creative design). For colleges, you can focus on these areas, plus also if your college has a design school
Answered by kako - Mon Oct 8 18:24:57 2007

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