Associations to the word «Industry»

Pictures for the word «Industry»

Wiktionary

INDUSTRY, noun. (uncountable) The tendency to work persistently.
INDUSTRY, noun. (countable) (business) (economics) Businesses of the same type, considered as a whole.
INDUSTRY, noun. (uncountable) (economics) Businesses that produce goods as opposed to services.
INDUSTRY, noun. (in the singular) (economics) The sector of the economy consisting of large-scale enterprises.
INDUSTRY, noun. (European software patent law) Automated production of material goods
INDUSTRY DISCOUNT, noun. (aviation) A discounted air fare for airlines staff.

Dictionary definition

INDUSTRY, noun. The people or companies engaged in a particular kind of commercial enterprise; "each industry has its own trade publications".
INDUSTRY, noun. The organized action of making of goods and services for sale; "American industry is making increased use of computers to control production".
INDUSTRY, noun. Persevering determination to perform a task; "his diligence won him quick promotions"; "frugality and industry are still regarded as virtues".

Wise words

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