Wet market
Wet Market
A Wet Market (pronunciation: /wɛt ˈmɑːrkɪt/) is a type of marketplace that sells fresh produce and meat, as well as other perishable goods such as fish and seafood. The term "wet market" comes from the practice of using water to keep produce fresh and to clean the floors of the market.
Etymology
The term "wet market" is thought to have originated from the wet floors of these markets, which are often hosed down after a day's trade for cleaning purposes. The term is used to differentiate these traditional markets from the "dry markets" which sell durable goods such as fabric and electronics.
Related Terms
- Fresh Produce: Fresh fruits and vegetables that are sold in a wet market.
- Meat: Animal flesh that is sold as food in a wet market.
- Seafood: Sea creatures that are sold as food in a wet market.
- Dry Market: A type of market that sells durable goods such as fabric and electronics.
- Farmers Market: A type of market where farmers sell their produce directly to consumers.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Wet market
- Wikipedia's article - Wet market
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