Market Stall
A market stall is usually an immobile temporary structure erected by merchants to display and shelter their merchandise. Such stalls are easily erected or taken down to allow movement to a new market area.
Some commercial marketplaces, including market squares or flea markets, may erect (or allow merchants to erect) more permanent stalls. Conversely, some stalls incorporate wheels, tow hitches, or other devices to make transportation of the stall easier. Most can be closed and locked when not in use.
A merchant will sometimes use an open-air stall in front of a more permanent store building in order to entice passers-by with eye-catching goods or discounts. Such a stall can be taken indoors and locked up after business hours.
Stalls are commonly used by farmers' markets and street food vendors, and may also appear as display areas at fairs and conventions.
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