A grocery store is a retail store that primarily sells food. A grocer is a bulk seller of food. Grocery stores often offer non-perishable food, with some also having fresh produce, butchers, delis, and bakeries. Large grocery stores that stock significant amounts of non-food products, such as clothing and household items, are called supermarkets. ... Found on http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Grocery_store
A retail store that sells a variety of food products, including some perishable items and general merchandise. Found on http://www.encyclo.co.uk/local/20108