agribusiness
|ag-ri-busi-ness|
B2
/ˈæɡrɪˌbɪznəs/
agriculture business
Etymology
Etymology Information
'agribusiness' originates from the combination of 'agriculture' and 'business', where 'agri-' refers to 'field' or 'soil' and 'business' refers to 'commercial activity'.
Historical Evolution
'agribusiness' was coined in the 1950s to describe the integration of agriculture with business practices.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'business related to agriculture', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the business sector encompassing farming and farming-related commercial activities.
The agribusiness sector is crucial for the country's economy.
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Last updated: 2025/06/03 12:51