industry (A2)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈɪn.də.stri/

Definition

The production of goods and services in a country or region.

Examples

• The tourism industry is very important here.

• He works in the software industry.

• Many people lost their jobs when the industry closed down.

How to Use industry

industry in (prepositional phrase)

The type of business activity happening in a specific place. — "The tech industry in Silicon Valley is very advanced."

industry of (prepositional phrase)

Refers to a specific sector or type of business. — "The fishing industry of Japan is known worldwide."

Synonyms of industry

Words with a similar meaning to industry:

• business
• trade
• commerce
• enterprise

Antonyms of industry

Words with the opposite meaning to industry:

• leisure
• unemployment

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