business
Pronunciation:
/ˈbɪd.nəs/noun
Definitions
A specific commercial enterprise or establishment.
Example: I was left my father's business.
A person's occupation, work, or trade.
Example: He is in the motor and insurance businesses.
Commercial, industrial, or professional activity.
Example: He's such a poor cook, I can't believe he's still in business!
The volume or amount of commercial trade.
Example: Business has been slow lately.
adjective
Definitions
Of, to, pertaining to or utilized for purposes of conducting trade, commerce, governance, advocacy or other professional purposes.
Example: Please do not use this phone for personal calls; it is a business phone.
Professional, businesslike, having concern for good business practice.
Supporting business, conducive to the conduct of business.