glossary of auction terms

eBay Definitions :: Glossary of Auction Terms

You've probably seen some strange words and abbreviations on eBay and might be wondering what they all mean...

NARU, NIB, Buy It Now, Powerseller, Reserve Price... these are just a few of the many you'll come across on eBay and other online auction sites. We've compiled a list of common terms and abbreviations used in online auctions.

It's a large list, so it's broken up into sections, alphabetically:

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