SCALPERS Meaning and
Definition
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Scalpers are individuals or groups who engage in the practice of reselling tickets, often at highly inflated prices, for events such as concerts, sports games, theater shows, or any other event with limited availability. These tickets are typically obtained by scalpers through various means, including but not limited to purchasing them directly from the primary market or using automated bots to quickly secure a large number of tickets during the initial sale.
The primary characteristic of scalping is the intentional exploitation of supply and demand dynamics. Scalpers take advantage of high demand for tickets or other limited items and artificially limit supply, driving up prices in the secondary market. This practice often leaves genuine fans or consumers with no choice but to purchase tickets at significantly higher prices, which can be exorbitant and unaffordable for many.
Scalping is often viewed negatively due to its unethical nature and the harm it causes to consumers. It is commonly considered an unfair and exploitative practice that undermines the principles of fair competition, pricing, and accessibility to events. Many countries or jurisdictions have implemented laws or regulations to combat scalping, such as ticket resale restrictions, anti-bot measures, or price-cap laws.
While some argue that scalpers provide a service by offering a way for individuals to access sold-out events, the negative impacts on both consumers and event organizers often overshadow any perceived benefits.
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Etymology of SCALPERS
The word "scalpers" originated from the verb "scalp", which ultimately derives from the Middle English word "scalpen", meaning to cut or scrape. The term originally referred to the practice of Native American tribes who would take the scalps of defeated enemies as trophies. In the context of ticket selling, the term "scalpers" emerged in the late 19th century in the United States. It referred to individuals who would buy large quantities of tickets to events and sell them at inflated prices, often on the street, aiming to make a significant profit. Over time, "scalpers" became a commonly used term to describe those who engage in reselling tickets for profit.
Similar spelling words for SCALPERS
- scalp,
- schleifer,
- schwalb,
- schwalbe,
- scalper,
- scalpel,
- scale up,
- sceliphron,
- scolopax,
- schlep,
- scallop,
- scollop,
- sceloporus,
- scalloped.
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