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Word of the Day Wednesday, June 10, 2026

monopsony

/ˌmɑːnəˈpsɒni/ noun · British & US
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What does monopsony mean?

noun

A market situation in which there is only one buyer of a particular good or service. This can give the buyer significant power in negotiations with the seller.

Example

"The company's monopsony in the industry allowed it to dictate prices and working conditions to its employees."

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