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general store 
1 Fur Trade, Obs. See quote.
- 1918 In 1779 a partnership, termed a "General Store," was formed at Michilimackinac. According to an undated list, probably compiled in 1780, this store was composed of thirty-eight individuals and companies who contributed an estimated number of 34¾ canoe-loads of goods.
2 † Esp. Rural a store carrying a wide variety of goods--groceries, dry goods, hardware, etc.
See also: country store
- 1860 A wood out-building, which served as a general store, was consumed with all its contents.
- 1963 On the way in we rode merrily down the main village street, up to the general store and tethered the dogs without trouble.
- 1918 In 1779 a partnership, termed a "General Store," was formed at Michilimackinac. According to an undated list, probably compiled in 1780, this store was composed of thirty-eight individuals and companies who contributed an estimated number of 34¾ canoe-loads of goods.