profit

US /ˈprɑː.fɪt/
UK /ˈprɑː.fɪt/
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1.

a financial gain, especially the difference between the amount earned and the amount spent in buying, operating, or producing something

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The company reported a significant profit this quarter.
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They aim to maximize profit for their shareholders.
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gainreturnyieldearningsrevenue
2.

advantage or benefit obtained from something

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There's no profit in arguing with him.
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She gained much profit from her experience abroad.
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advantagebenefitgaingooduse
1.

obtain a financial gain

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The company hopes to profit from the new market.
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He managed to profit from the stock market fluctuations.
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gainbenefitearnmake moneycash in
2.

be of advantage or benefit to

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This new policy will profit everyone involved.
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His advice did not profit me at all.
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benefithelpaidassistserve
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profitableprofitablyprofit marginnon-profitprofit centergross profitnet profit margin