bussinese

Noun

business (countable and uncountable, plural businesses)

1. (countable) A specific commercial enterprise or establishment.
   • I left my father's business.

   Synonyms:

   company, enterprise, firm

2. (countable) A person's occupation, work, or trade.
   • He is in the motor and insurance businesses.
3. (uncountable) Commercial, industrial, or professional activity.
   • He's such a poor cook, I can't believe he's still in business!
4. (uncountable) The volume or amount of commercial trade.
   • Business has been slow lately.
5. (uncountable) One's dealings; patronage.
   • I shall take my business elsewhere.
6. (uncountable) Private commercial interests taken collectively.
   • This proposal will satisfy both business and labor.

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