Meaning of the word productivity in English

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productivity

US /ˌproʊ.dəkˈtɪv.ə.t̬i/
UK /ˌproʊ.dəkˈtɪv.ə.t̬i/
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Noun

1.

the rate at which a company or country produces goods, usually judged in relation to the number of people and the amount of materials used

Example:
The new machinery has increased the factory's productivity.
Measures to improve productivity are essential for economic growth.
2.

the state or quality of being productive

Example:
He had a day of high productivity, finishing all his tasks.
Lack of sleep can negatively impact your daily productivity.
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