cost-push

[ kawst-poo sh, kost- ]
/ ˈkɔstˌpʊʃ, ˈkɒst- /
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adjective

of or relating to cost-push inflation: a proponent of the cost-push theory.

noun

cost-push inflation.

Origin of cost-push

First recorded in 1955–60

Words nearby cost-push

cost-justify, cost-of-living adjustment, cost-of-living allowance, cost-of-living index, cost-plus, cost-push, cost-push inflation, cost-share, costa, costa brava, costa del sol

Definition for cost-push (2 of 2)

cost-push inflation

noun

inflation in which prices increase as a result of increased production costs, as labor and parts, even when demand remains the same.
Also called cost-push.
Compare demand-pull inflation.

Origin of cost-push inflation

First recorded in 1965–70

British Dictionary definitions for cost-push

cost-push inflation

noun

See inflation