ETYM Old Eng. bargayn, bargany, Old Fren. bargaigne, bargagne, prob. from a supposed Late Lat. barcaneum, from barca a boat which carries merchandise to the shore; hence, to traffic to and fro, to carry on commerce in general. Related to Bark a vessel.
1. An advantageous purchase; SYN. buy, steal.
2. An agreement between parties (usually arrived at after discussion) fixing obligations of each; SYN. deal.

ETYM Old Eng. barganien, Old Fren. bargaigner, French barguigner, to hesitate, from Late Lat. barcaniare. Related to Bargain.
1. To haggle over the terms of an exchange; bargain; SYN. barter.
2. To strike or complete a bargain.

Offering goods or services at less than standard price or rate; SYN. cut-rate, cut-price.