CEFR A2

businesses

noun

Meaning

The main activity of a company or organization, or the work that someone does for a living.

Examples

Many local businesses are struggling due to the new shopping mall.
She has been in the catering business for over ten years.

Synonyms: work, trade, company, enterprise

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businesses (A2)

noun

Pronunciation: ˈbɪznəsɪz

Definition

The main activity of a company or organization, or the work that someone does for a living.

Examples

Many local businesses are struggling due to the new shopping mall.
She has been in the catering business for over ten years.
The company's main business is selling software.

How to Use businesses

in business (idiom): Engaged in commercial or professional activities. — "My father was in business for himself for over 30 years."
do business with (collocation): To engage in commercial transactions or dealings with someone. — "We've been doing business with that supplier for a decade."
business as usual (idiom): The normal state of affairs, despite difficulties or changes. — "Despite the crisis, it's business as usual at the factory."

Synonyms of businesses

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