businessman
|busi-ness-man|
B1
/ˈbɪznɪsˌmæn/
commercial person
Etymology
Etymology Information
'businessman' originates from the English word 'business' combined with 'man', where 'business' meant 'trade or commerce' and 'man' referred to a person involved in it.
Historical Evolution
'business' evolved from the Old English word 'bisignes', and 'man' has been used in English since the Old English period.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'a person involved in trade or commerce', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a person engaged in commercial or industrial business, especially as an owner or executive.
The businessman negotiated a lucrative deal with the overseas client.
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Last updated: 2025/07/03 02:13