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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This effortlessly cool, boho-chic maxi dress is perfect for excursions to the farmers market, brunch with friends, the pool, or out for drinks. — Caroline Hughes, Travel + Leisure, 1 Aug. 2026 People come not just for grocery runs and lunch at the farmers market, but also a gathering space. — Marissa Perlman, CBS News, 31 July 2026 The heirloom tomato and romanesco cauliflower candles are so realistic, they could easily be mistaken for a farmers market haul. — Alaina Chou, Bon Appetit Magazine, 30 July 2026 For example, the Market Risotto is an all-year favorite, but the vegetable and protein combinations evolve with whatever the local farmers market has on hand. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 29 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for farmers market

Word History

First Known Use

1905, in the meaning defined above

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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 3 Aug. 2026.

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