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comprador Definition

com·pra·dor or compradore com′·pra·dore′ (käm′prə dôr′)

noun

Historical in China, a native agent for a foreign business, who had charge over the native workers

Etymology: Port, buyer < LL comparator < L comparare, to procure, buy < com-, with + parare, to make ready, prepare

comprador Usage Examples

Modifies a noun

  • bourgeoisie: Note 1. a comprador bourgeoisie is that part of the capitalist class whose interests are closely tied to the imperialist system.