business (A1)
noun
Pronunciation: /ˈbɪznəs/
Definition
Work that someone does to earn money, or a company that does this work.
Examples
She has her own business selling flowers.
He is looking for a new business opportunity.
The company is in the business of making cars.
How to Use business
- in business (prepositional phrase)
- Working or active in a particular field or industry. — "My father was in the shipping business."
- business of (prepositional phrase)
- The main activity or purpose of a company or person. — "The business of the government is to serve the people."
- mind your own business (idiom)
- Do not interfere in matters that do not concern you. — "I don't want to tell you; mind your own business!"
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