business
[ biz-nis ]
/ ˈbɪz nɪs /
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noun
adjective
of, noting, or pertaining to business, its organization, or its procedures.
containing, suitable for, or welcoming business or commerce: New York is a good business town.
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Idioms about business
synonym study for business
1. See occupation.
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See isn't.
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British Dictionary definitions for business
business
/ (ˈbɪznɪs) /
noun
Word Origin for business
Old English bisignis solicitude, attentiveness, from bisig busy + -nis -ness
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