In New Zealand, what does the word "dairy" almost exclusively mean due to historical trading patterns?

Answer

A small, local convenience store or superette.

Due to historical patterns of trade, the term dairy in New Zealand, similar to echoes in Scottish English, is commonly used to denote a small, local convenience store.

In New Zealand, what does the word "dairy" almost exclusively mean due to historical trading patterns?
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