Stock Up (Verb)
Meaning
Amass so as to keep for future use or sale or for a particular occasion or use; "let's stock coffee as long as prices are low".
Classification
Verbs of buying, selling, owning.
Examples
- The store will stock up on winter clothing for the upcoming holiday season to meet increased demand.
- We always stock up on canned food during sales in preparation for possible natural disasters.
- Before the hurricane hits, residents are advised to stock up on non-perishable food items and bottled water.
- To prepare for the long road trip, we should stock up on snacks and drinks at the nearest convenience store.
- The family decided to stock up on textbooks for the next academic year during the annual school sale.