Pronunciation

/bɪˈziːnəs/

Definitions

Noun

1. Business (noun): A company or commercial enterprise engaged in producing goods or providing services for profit. [Example:] “She started her own business selling handmade crafts.”
2. Business affairs (noun): Matters related to work or financial activities. [Example:] “We discussed our business affairs over lunch.”
3. Commercial activity (noun): The general operation of buying and selling goods or services. [Example:] “The downtown area thrives on local business.”
4. Trade (noun): The exchange of goods or services for money. [Example:] “The country’s exports form a significant part of its business.”

Verb

1. To conduct business (verb): To manage or operate a company or engage in transactions. [Example:] “The company conducts its business efficiently.”
2. To do business with (verb): To enter into a transaction or relationship with another person or organization. [Example:] “They’ve been doing business with this supplier for years.”

Phrases

• “Running a business” signifies managing or operating a company.
• “In business” refers to being professionally engaged or active.
• “Get down to business” means to start working on important tasks.

Example Sentences

• Noun: “He started his own business after losing his job.”
• Verb: “The CEO is meeting with investors to discuss the business’s future strategy.”
• Phrases: “It’s time we got down to business and made some decisions.”

Synonyms

• Enterprise
• Operation
• Endeavor
• Endeavour
• Firm
• Company
• Trade (in the context of commerce)