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  1. noun The occupation, work, or trade in which a person is engaged: the wholesale food business.
  2. noun A specific occupation or pursuit: the best designer in the business.
  3. noun Commercial, industrial, or professional dealings: new systems now being used in business.

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  • Despite the tough economic environment one of the bright spots for our business has been the performance of our e-commerce business which we touched on last call. —  SeekingAlpha.com: Home Page
  • The Four Keys To Business Success - #1 Mindset Whether you're starting a new business, or your business has been around for years, getting back to the basics will help you pinpoint areas you have overlooked in the past, and help you build a stronger business for the future. —  Recently Uploaded Slideshows
  • The ability to manage effectively, work hard and continue to hold a sincere passion for your business are the three most important traits for any entrepreneur, according to a business consultant. —  The Student Operated Press
  • If your business is anticipating purchasing a new vehicle for its operations and you are taxed as your business - there may be no better time. —  Find Free Articles - ArticlesBase
  • Jones said an advantage for his business is the expertise and knowledge accessible as part of a franchise.
 

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  1. Middle English businesse, from bisi, busy; see busy.

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  1. from Middle English busines, busynes, bisynes, besines, -nesse, trouble, pains, labor, diligence, busy-ness; from busy + -ness. The notion that this word has any connection with F. besogne, Old French busoigne, work, business, is entirely erroneous.
 

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