Also means
bulk
Usage Note
Ingrosso is almost always used in the fixed phrase all'ingrosso ('wholesale, in bulk'), contrasted with al dettaglio ('retail'). As a standalone noun referring to the wholesale trade it is less common but correct. Learners often encounter it in market or commerce contexts.
Examples
"Comprare all'ingrosso costa meno."
Natural Translation
Buying wholesale costs less.
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