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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

oligopoly

/ɒlɪˈɡɒpəli/ noun · British & US
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What does oligopoly mean?

noun

A market structure in which a few firms have complete control over the production and distribution of a particular good or service, often leading to reduced competition and higher prices.

Example

"The government investigated the company for its alleged oligopoly in the tech industry."

Definition generated by AI and curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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