Mercantilism
nounverified·updated May 18, 2026
an economic system (Europe in 18th century) to increase a nation's wealth by government regulation of all of the nation's commercial interests
Framework senses
- §1
- transactions (sales and purchases) having the objective of supplying commodities (goods and services)
- §2
- an economic system (Europe in 18th century) to increase a nation's wealth by government regulation of all of the nation's commercial interests