CEFR B2

enterprise

noun

Meaning

A business or company, especially one that is new, complex, or involves risk.

Examples

The young entrepreneur hoped her new tech enterprise would change the industry.
Many small businesses struggle to survive their first few years of operation.

Synonyms: venture, undertaking, company, firm

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enterprise (B2)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈɛntərˌpraɪz/

Definition

A business or company, especially one that is new, complex, or involves risk.

Examples

The young entrepreneur hoped her new tech enterprise would change the industry.
Many small businesses struggle to survive their first few years of operation.
The company is a large, diversified enterprise with operations in several countries.

How to Use enterprise

enterprise of (prepositional phrase): A task or project that requires effort and initiative. — "It was a bold enterprise of exploration into unknown territories."
in enterprise (collocation): Relating to or characteristic of business and commercial activity. — "Many students are interested in a career in enterprise."

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