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Definition of broking

broking

/ˈbroʊ.kɪŋ/
bro · king
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• noun

1

British The business, occupation, or activity of acting as a broker in financial, insurance, or commodity markets.

Example

"After graduating with a degree in economics, she began a career in insurance broking in London."

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Word Nuance & Usage

"Broking" is the standard term in British, Australian, and Commonwealth English for the business of acting as a financial or insurance broker, whereas North American English typically favors "brokerage" or "brokering."

• Rhymes for broking

• Nearby Words

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Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in the 17th century as a back-formation from "broker" (derived from Anglo-Norman brocour, meaning a small trader or middleman) combined with the suffix -ing.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Broking. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/broking
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