M&S
Organizations & Companies abbreviation · Company and Brand
| Stands for | Marks & Spencer |
|---|---|
| Categories | Organizations & Companies |
M&S stands for Marks & Spencer, a company and brand abbreviation.
British retailer selling clothing, home goods and premium food, with hundreds of stores in the UK and franchises abroad. Headquartered in London.
Example: I grabbed a sandwich and a drink from the M&S food hall at the station.
Usage notes
Founded in 1884 by Michael Marks as a penny bazaar stall in Leeds Kirkgate Market; Thomas Spencer became his partner in 1894. Its St Michael label was used for decades. Often nicknamed "Marks and Sparks" in Britain.
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