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Noun
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Abbreviation of stock-keeping unit: a unique code for a distinct salable item (product or service) for record keeping and sales tracking purposes.

"The retailer assigned a new SKU to the limited-edition sneaker to track its inventory separately from other shoe models."

In plain English: An SKU is a unique code that stores identify every single item on sale so you can track exactly what it is and how much stock there is left.

"The store has three different skus for that popular shampoo, each with slightly different ingredients and prices."

Example Sentences
"The store has three different skus for that popular shampoo, each with slightly different ingredients and prices." noun
"The manager checked each sku to ensure all items were in stock before the holiday rush began." noun
"Our database automatically updates every time a new sku is added to the inventory system." noun
"Customers often confuse the product name with its unique sku when trying to place an online order." noun
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