farmers market

noun

variants or farmers' market or farmer's market
: a market at which local farmers sell their agricultural products directly to consumers

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Cool and crisp as, well, a cucumber, this quick little tomato sandwich is the perfect lunchtime nosh after a morning at the farmers market. Midwest Living, 15 May 2026 This group was the most likely to see going to the farmers market as a fun activity. Bret R. Shaw, The Conversation, 14 May 2026 Come with a plan but be flexible Arriving with a shopping list is helpful, but the seasonal nature of a farmers market necessitates flexibility. The Washington Post, San Diego Union-Tribune, 13 May 2026 Follow the park on Instagram and Facebook at @judyblackpark and the dedicated farmers market Instagram account at @washingtonctfarmersmarket for weekly features and updates. Staff Report, Hartford Courant, 12 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for farmers market

Word History

First Known Use

1905, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of farmers market was in 1905

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“Farmers market.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/farmers%20market. Accessed 22 May. 2026.

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