Clientele

Noun

Definition: A group of customers or clients who regularly purchase goods or services from a particular business or establishment.

Synonyms: Customers, Patrons, Buyers, Shoppers

Antonyms: Suppliers, Vendors

Examples:

The new restaurant quickly built up a loyal clientele.
The store offers discounts to their regular clientele.

Mnemonics:

"Clientele" sounds similar to "clients," which are individuals who purchase goods or services.
Think of "clientele" as a group of loyal customers who form the base of a business.

Etymology:

Origin:

Late 16th century, from French 'clientèle', from 'client' (a person or organization using the services of a professional person or company).

Historical Usage:

The term "clientele" has been used in business contexts since the late 16th century to refer to the group of customers or clients associated with a particular business or establishment.

Related Idioms:

Idiom:

"Expand one's clientele"

Explanation:

To increase the number of customers or clients one serves or attracts.

Misconceptions:

Misconception:

Confusing "clientele" with "customers" in general.

Explanation:

While "clientele" refers specifically to a group of customers who are loyal or regular patrons of a particular business, "customers" can refer to any individuals who purchase goods or services, regardless of their loyalty or regularity.