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service industry

British

noun

an industry that provides services, such as transport or entertainment, rather than goods

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service industry Cultural

An industry that produces services rather than goods. Examples include transportation, banking, retail trade, and entertainment.

Example Sentences

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His masquerades flattered his clientele, and their demand created a service industry.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 22, 2026

Hungary's film service industry started taking off in 2004, following the adoption of a scheme allowing film projects to register for a cash rebate.

From Barron's • Nov. 30, 2025

Some, including herself, work in the service industry, manufacturing or construction, she said, and some people share apartments to get by.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 20, 2025

He highlighted the economic impact, noting that thousands rely on Grammy-related work, particularly in the service industry.

From BBC • Feb. 2, 2025

Hong Kong's service industry over the past decade has grown rapidly as its manufacturing industry has moved to the mainland.

From The 2007 CIA World Factbook by United States. Central Intelligence Agency

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