(US, idiomatic, often in proverbial form) To create one's own fate, as a result of one's chosen character and actions; to experience the appropriate consequences of one's behavior.

plural of market socialism

An economic system involving the public, cooperative or social ownership of the means of production in the framework of a market economy.

A market where farmers and growers sell produce directly to the public.

(economics) The ability of a firm to profitably raise the market price of a good or service over marginal cost.

(Scotland, historical) A fair or market where farm servants are hired for the year or half-year following.

A traditional structure, such as a stone cross, obelisk or spire, indicating the site of a market square.

plural of market cross

A Christmas themed street market held during the four weeks of Advent.

(figuratively) An informal market set up to enable the buying and selling of riskier and less profitable securities outside of established securities exchanges.