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Here are some definitions of keywords often used in regard to the dropship industry/process. The definitions are our own and may be different from those given in the dictionary or by other sources. For some of the words we have also put a link to Wiki where you will find a more in-depth explanation.

Dropship: To ship (goods) as a drop shipment. A process where by the retailer sells the product, and it is then sent directly to the customer by another company (dropshipper).

Drop ship: To ship (goods) as a drop shipment. A process where by the retailer sells the product, and it is then sent directly to the customer by another company (dropshipper).

Dropshipper: The company that sends physical products out directly to customers sold by online retailers.

Drop shipper: The company that sends physical products out directly to customers sold by online retailers.

Dropshipping: The process where by an online retailer sells a product, and a second company (dropshipper) then sends the product directly to the customer. (wiki)

Drop shipping: The process where by an online retailer sells a product, and a second company (dropshipper) then sends the product directly to the customer.

Wholesale: The sale of goods in large quantity to retailers or jobbers for resale. (wiki)

Retail: The sale of physical goods or a service to ultimate consumers (end user), usually in small quantity.