commercially-minded
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/kəˈmɜːrʃəli ˈmaɪndɪd/
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/kəˈmɜːʃəli ˈmaɪndɪd/
business-focused
Etymology
'commercially-minded' originates from the word 'commercial,' which comes from Latin 'commercium,' meaning 'trade' or 'commerce,' combined with 'mind,' from Old English 'mynd,' meaning 'thought' or 'intellect.'
'commercial' evolved from the Latin 'commercium' through Old French 'comercial,' and 'mind' from Old English 'mynd.' The combination 'commercially-minded' reflects a modern English formation.
Initially, 'commercial' referred to trade or commerce, and 'mind' to thought or intellect. Together, they evolved to describe a focus on business and profit.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
having a keen interest in or focus on commercial activities and profit-making.
She is very commercially-minded and always looks for ways to increase revenue.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35