uptrade

[ uhp-treyd ]

verb (used with or without object)

, up·trad·ed, up·trad·ing.

1. to trade for a similar item of greater value or better quality:

   After that last holiday we uptraded our time-share for a two-bedroom.

   With fuel prices going up, I might uptrade for an electric vehicle.

noun

1. a transaction that involves trading something for a similar item of greater value:

   The video game store offers new and used products as well as uptrades and preorders.

2. an item of higher value for which a similar but lower-valued one is traded:

   The vehicle is well-maintained, and a good uptrade from the smaller car without giving up too much in gas mileage.

Word History and Origins

Origin of uptrade¹

up- + trade