Amazombie
A person who returns Amazon packages
Example
how was work?
fine, except we got a wave of amazombies at 7 that kept me at returns until close
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For many retail workers, the steady stream of customers returning Amazon packages to their stores can feel like an invasion of "Amazombies." This relentless flow of returns often leads to long lines, piles of package waste, and frustrated customers wandering aisles, creating a challenging and stressful customer service experience.
Origin of Amazombie
The exact origin of the term "Amazombie" is unclear, but it was coined by workers at retail stores like The UPS Store, Kohl's, and Staples, which serve as brick-and-mortar return locations for Amazon purchases. The term became popular in 2024 as the initial benefits of increased foot traffic faded. Retail employees found it increasingly difficult to keep up with the high volume of returns, especially when the influx of customers didn't translate into more sales for their stores.