chain\ stores

chain\ stores
noun
A series of stores in different locations, joined together under one ownership and general management.

The goods in chain stores tend to be more uniform than in independent ones.


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  • chain stores — Number of stores under common name, ownership and management; normally selling same general line of merchandise or products …   Black's law dictionary

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