How Do You Spell JOBLOT?

Pronunciation: [d͡ʒˈɒblɒt] (IPA)

The word "joblot" is spelled with six letters, but its pronunciation requires seven phonemes. In IPA phonetic transcription, it is represented as /ˈdʒɒblɒt/. The two syllables are separated by a primary stress at the beginning of the word. The first three phonemes are a voiced palato-alveolar affricate, followed by an open-mid back rounded vowel and a voiced bilabial consonant. The last three phonemes consist of an open-mid back rounded vowel, a voiceless alveolar lateral fricative, and a voiceless coronal plosive.

JOBLOT Meaning and Definition

1. Joblot is a term predominantly used in the context of retail and wholesale to define a large quantity or assortment of goods that are sold together as a single unit. It refers to a collection or group of items that are packaged or bundled together for sale, usually at a discounted price. A joblot typically consists of various items that may be similar in nature or completely unrelated, and are often obtained through bulk purchasing or clearance sales.

   This term is commonly employed in business transactions, especially in the trade of surplus stock, overstocked merchandise, or discontinued products. The purpose of selling goods as a joblot is to quickly move a large quantity of items to recoup expenses or make space for new inventory. Many retailers or wholesalers may opt to offer joblots to clear out excess stock or to attract customers with the allure of obtaining a variety of goods at a reduced price.

   Joblots may encompass a wide range of products, such as clothing, accessories, electronics, household items, toys, or a mixture of different categories. It is often found in auction listings, online marketplaces, or discount stores. The term is popular among bargain hunters, resellers, or individuals seeking a deal on a diverse assortment of products.

Common Misspellings for JOBLOT

• hoblot
• noblot
• moblot
• ioblot
• uoblot
• jiblot
• jlblot
• jpblot
• j0blot
• j9blot
• jovlot
• jonlot
• johlot
• joglot
• jobkot
• jobpot
• joboot
• joblit
• joblkt
• jobllt

Etymology of JOBLOT

The word "joblot" is derived from the French phrase "jublot", which originally meant "a bundle". It entered the English language in the mid-19th century primarily used in the context of the textile trade, referring to a miscellaneous assortment of goods sold as one unit. Over time, "jublot" anglicized to "joblot" and gained broader usage beyond textiles. Today, the term is commonly used in the UK to describe a collection of items sold together, often at a discounted price.