What is another word for auctions?
Pronunciation: [ˈɔːkʃənz] (IPA) 
Auctions, which refer to the public sale of goods or property to the highest bidder, have been around for centuries. However, there are many terms that can be used interchangeably with auctions, such as sale by tender, sale by public tender, or sale by sealed bid. Another commonly used term is bidding, which refers to the act of making offers or prices for goods or services. Other synonyms for auctions include public sale, vendue, and hammer sale, which all refer to sales conducted in person. Other newly popularized synonyms include online auctions, online bidding, and web-based bidding, which all refer to auctions held over the Internet.
