business
[biz-nis]
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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.
Origin of business
Synonyms for business
Synonym study
1. See occupation.
Pronunciation note
See isn't.
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probusiness
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business
noun
Word Origin for business
Old English bisignis solicitude, attentiveness, from bisig busy + -nis -ness
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