CEFR B2
hypermarket
noun
Meaning
A very large retail facility that integrates a supermarket and a department store under one roof, typically located in suburban areas with extensive parking.
Examples
- The new hypermarket on the edge of town is so large that it has its own pharmacy, garden center, and automotive repair shop.
- Families often spend their entire Saturday morning navigating the aisles of the local hypermarket to stock up on bulk supplies.
Synonyms: superstore, megastore, big-box store