Definition

To get something by paying money for it.

Example

"He wanted to buy a new laptop."

"She bought fresh vegetables from the market."

"He didn’t buy her excuse for being late."

Explanation

Buy means to get something by paying money for it. You can buy food, clothes, tickets, or services. People buy things in shops, markets, or online. Buying usually involves choosing an item, paying for it, and taking it home or receiving it. The word can also mean to accept an idea as true (“I don’t buy that story”), or to get time or a chance by taking action (“He bought more time to finish the work”).