Meaning of the word profits in English

What does profits mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

profits

Noun

1.

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

Example:
pretax profits
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Verb

1.

obtain a financial advantage or benefit, especially from an investment.

Example:
the only people to profit from the entire episode were the lawyers
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