CEFR B2

pos

noun

Meaning

A retail outlet's electronic system for handling sales transactions, typically including a cash register, barcode scanner, and credit card terminal.

Examples

The store upgraded its POS system to improve efficiency.
Many small businesses rely on simple POS devices for their daily operations.

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pos (B2)

noun

Pronunciation: /pɒs/

Definition

A retail outlet's electronic system for handling sales transactions, typically including a cash register, barcode scanner, and credit card terminal.

Examples

The store upgraded its POS system to improve efficiency.
Many small businesses rely on simple POS devices for their daily operations.
Staff must be trained on how to use the new POS software.

How to Use pos

POS system (collocation): The electronic system used in retail for processing sales transactions. — "We need to update our POS system to accept contactless payments."
POS terminal (collocation): The device within a POS system that handles payment processing. — "The customer inserted their card into the POS terminal."

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