fair-traded; fair-trading; fair-trades
: to market (a commodity) in compliance with the provisions of a fair-trade agreement
fair trader
noun
1
: trade in conformity with a fair-trade agreement
2
: a movement whose goal is to help producers in developing countries to get a fair price for their products so as to reduce poverty, provide for the ethical treatment of workers and farmers, and promote environmentally sustainable practices
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Michael Khouw, CNBC, 3 Apr. 2025
The Parisian footwear brand — now celebrating its 20th year — is known for transparency, fair trade and eco-conscious shoes without sacrificing style.
—Romany Williams, Los Angeles Times, 17 Mar. 2025
Nehls predicted the markets will bounce back and said the policy is an important step toward fair trade and reviving American manufacturing.
—Michael Collins, USA TODAY, 15 Mar. 2025
My government will keep our tariffs on until the Americans show us respect—and make credible, reliable commitments to free and fair trade.
—Shane Croucher, Newsweek, 12 Mar. 2025
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Noun
Establishing fair trade practices and tariffs is essential.
—Michael Khouw, CNBC, 3 Apr. 2025
The Parisian footwear brand — now celebrating its 20th year — is known for transparency, fair trade and eco-conscious shoes without sacrificing style.
—Romany Williams, Los Angeles Times, 17 Mar. 2025
Nehls predicted the markets will bounce back and said the policy is an important step toward fair trade and reviving American manufacturing.
—Michael Collins, USA TODAY, 15 Mar. 2025
My government will keep our tariffs on until the Americans show us respect—and make credible, reliable commitments to free and fair trade.
—Shane Croucher, Newsweek, 12 Mar. 2025
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“Fair-trade.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/fair-trade. Accessed 10 Apr. 2025.
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