economics
US /ˌiː.kəˈnɑː.mɪks/
UK /ˌiː.kəˈnɑː.mɪks/
1.
the branch of knowledge concerned with the production, consumption, and transfer of wealth
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She is studying economics at university.
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The government's new policies are based on sound economics.
2.
the economic conditions of a country or region
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The country's economics are in a state of crisis.
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Local economics are heavily influenced by tourism.