When shopping online, you may have come across the acronym NWT. In this article, we’ll explain what this acronym means and why it is important, especially for collectors.
What Does NWT Mean?
NWT almost always means “new with tags”, and is most often used on selling sites like Amazon, eBay, or Poshmark. If a seller posts an item and describes it as NWT, that means the item still has its original tags and is not used. In some cases, NTW might also mean “normal wear and tear” so it’s important to read the full description of the product to know which version of the acronym is being used.
Where there is NWT there might also be NWOT, which means “new without tags”.Â
A shirt with its original tag is less likely to have been worn and can sell at a higher price. A shirt that is sold as NWOT is still new but does not have the original tag. Either the vendor may have received the product this way or it may be a customer return.
Acronyms in Advertising
Acronyms used in posts by a vendor wishing to sell a product must appear professional and should accurately describe the product. Most sellers would not sell out their rating or reputation to make a dishonest sale. So, an item advertised as NWT is more trustworthy than a post that does not tell whether the item still has tags. This extra bit of information is helpful to the buyer, and applies almost exclusively to clothing that may not be in a commercial package but is in a new and unused condition.
Examples of NWT
Many times NWT is used in the product description or next to the clothing size.
- Blue Ostinato Peplum Tank XS NWT
- 10% off 3+ Bundle NWT
- Grey Hoodie for Men XL NWT
- Black Fleece Pants L NWT
The use of NWOT may mean it was worn but does not mean it was used. It is still “new” when NWOT is used. It would be inappropriate to describe an item that has been worn and used by a previous owner as NWOT. That does not guarantee, however, that the vendor is using NWOT correctly.
It may still be necessary to ask a seller if an item was previously worn and used. An experienced seller will use the term appropriately, and it is possible to tell whether or not a seller is experienced by their statistics. If they have sold many products online, they are more likely to be accurately describing the product using NWOT.
Examples of NWOT
- Denim Sports Jersey M NWOT
- Faux Belted Knit Dress M NWOT
- 10% Off Customer Returned Item NWOT
- Disney Mickey Tee S NWOT
Other Meanings for NWT
There are often many meanings for an acronym, though one is more commonly used than the rest. The meaning of NWT is ambigous. Some other possible meanings are:
- Normal Wear and Tear
- Natural Wear and Tear
- Noted with Thanks
- Not with Team
Examples of NWT (“Natural/Normal Wear and Tear”)
NWT as “normal” or “natural wear and tear” could be used to describe an item posted on Facebook Marketplace, Craigslist, or eBay.
- Antique Oak Wooden Desk NWT
- 20% Seller Discount for NWT
- Magenta iPhone 12 NWT
- Almost Perfect Classic Tote NWT
Examples of NWT (“Noted With Thanks”)
The meaning of NWT may also be “noted with thanks”, which may be used in an email or reply to a post or comment.
- Sender: I sent you a memo about Thursday’s brunch meeting.
- Recipient: NWT
- Sender: Make sure to remember to call me later.
- Recipient: Duly NWT…
Someone could probably get away with NWOT meaning “noted with thanks”, but that would be silly.
Examples of NWT (“Not With Team”)
NWT may also mean “not with team”, if used in sports.
- Practice today, NWT players.
- You are NWT spirit!
- Take the photos, but NWT uniforms.
- Order a pizza but NWT funds.
NWT as “not with team” is an easy way to shorten a text message or email. Acronyms are an easy and convenient way to save time and effort trying to “fat finger” a software keyboard on a phone or tablet. They also make it easier for some people to read because it is a break from traditional text.
Using NWT in a product description is smart and may save a seller from responding to customer queries. Many customers may not take the time to find out if a product has its original tags to prove it is new. It could mean the difference between making a sale or allowing another seller to make the sale instead if NWT is not used.
