Corn exchange
Corn Exchange
Corn Exchange (pronunciation: /kɔːrn ɪksˈtʃeɪndʒ/) is a term used to describe a building where merchants and farmers would meet to buy and sell grain. It is a significant part of the agricultural and economic history of many towns and cities, particularly in the United Kingdom and Ireland.
Etymology
The term "Corn Exchange" originates from the Old English word "corn", which was used to describe all types of grain, not just maize. The word "exchange" refers to the act of trading or swapping goods, in this case, grain.
Related Terms
- Grain Market: A marketplace where buyers and sellers trade grain products.
- Commodity Market: A physical or virtual marketplace for buying, selling, and trading raw or primary products.
- Agricultural Marketing: The services involved in moving an agricultural product from the farm to the consumer.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Corn exchange
- Wikipedia's article - Corn exchange
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