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free sample
/friː ˈsɑːmpəl/
a small portion of a product given for trial
The store offered a free sample of the new shampoo.
The store gave out a small portion of the new shampoo for customers to try.
informal
a small amount of a product given to consumers for trial without charge
She tried the free sample of the perfume before buying it.
She tested a small portion of the perfume given for free before purchasing.
Common in retail and marketing to promote products.
Collocations
free sample packa set of small samples given togetherfree sample sizea small quantity of a product given for trial
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Pro Tip
Usage in Marketing
Free samples are commonly used in stores, online promotions, and product launches.
Gold Rule
Clarity
Always specify what the free sample includes to avoid misunderstandings.
Word Origin
From 'free' (without cost) + 'sample' (a small portion).
Usage Notes
Often used in marketing to encourage potential customers to try a product before purchasing.
Word Breakdown
free
without cost
adjectivesample
a small portion of something
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