Definition of: bargain

(bär′gən) noun
1. A mutual agreement between persons, especially one to buy or sell goods.
2. That which is agreed upon or the terms of the agreement.
3. The agreement as it affects one of the parties to it: He made a bad bargain.
4. An article bought or offered at a price favorable to the buyer. See synonyms under CONTRACT.
—into the bargain In addition to what was agreed; thrown in for good measure; besides.
—to strike a bargain To come to an agreement.
—v.i.
1. To discuss or haggle over terms for selling or buying.
2. To make a bargain; reach an agreement.
—v.t.
3. To barter, as goods for others of equal value.
—to bargain for To expect; count on: This is more than I bargained for. [<OF bargaine; ult. origin uncertain]