business

US /ˈbɪz.nɪs/
UK /ˈbɪz.nɪs/
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1.

an organization or economic system where goods and services are exchanged for money

:
He started his own business last year.
The company is a large international business.
2.

the amount of work done by a business

:
Business was slow during the holidays.
We've had a lot of new business this month.
3.

a person's regular occupation, profession, or trade

:
What's your line of business?
He's in the business of selling cars.
4.

a person's concern or responsibility

:
That's none of your business.
I'm here on official business.