purchasing

noun

An act or process of making a purchase.

(business, government) A complex, organized process in large organizations for obtaining goods that may include identification of requirements, approvals, supplier management, negotiation, receipt of goods, and payment.

A part of an organization that manages such processes

Roots

captochas- · Latin · seize, seek

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Where does purchasing come from?

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