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company-focused

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/ˈkʌmpəni ˈfoʊkəst/

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/ˈkʌmpəni ˈfəʊkəst/

business-oriented

Etymology
Etymology Information

'company-focused' originates from the combination of 'company,' derived from Old French 'compaignie,' meaning 'society, friendship, intimacy,' and 'focused,' from Latin 'focus,' meaning 'hearth, fireplace.'

Historical Evolution

'company' evolved from Old French 'compaignie' to Middle English 'compainie,' and 'focused' from Latin 'focus' to Middle English 'focussed.'

Meaning Changes

Initially, 'company' referred to a group of people, but over time it evolved to mean a business entity. 'Focused' has retained its meaning of concentration or direction.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

concentrated on or directed towards the interests, needs, or goals of a company.

The new policy is company-focused, aiming to increase productivity.

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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35