Trade in
/ˈtreɪd ɪn/B1
PreIntermediate
1. To give an older item, typically a vehicle or electronic device, as partial payment for a new one.
- She decided to trade in her old car for a newer model with better gas mileage.
- John traded in his smartphone for the latest version and got a significant discount.
2. To exchange or swap one thing for another in a business transaction.
- Many gamers trade in their old video games to get discounts on new releases.
- The store offers a trade-in program where customers can bring in used books to exchange for store credit.
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