bread and butter
noun phrase
Pronunciation: /ˌbred ən ˈbʌtər/
Definition
The primary source of income or the fundamental, essential part of a person's work or a company's business.
Examples
Selling basic office supplies is the bread and butter of this small retail chain.
While he enjoys experimental projects, teaching remains his bread and butter.
The company's bread and butter has always been its line of affordable home appliances.
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