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corporate-focused

|cor/po/rate-fo/cused|

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/ˈkɔːrpərət ˈfoʊkəst/

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/ˈkɔːpərət ˈfəʊkəst/

business-centered

Etymology
Etymology Information

'corporate-focused' originates from the English word 'corporate,' which comes from the Latin word 'corporatus,' meaning 'formed into a body,' and 'focused,' from the Latin 'focus,' meaning 'hearth' or 'center.'

Historical Evolution

'corporate' evolved from the Latin 'corporatus' through Old French 'corporatif,' and 'focused' from Latin 'focus' through Middle English 'focussed.'

Meaning Changes

Initially, 'corporate' meant 'pertaining to a body or group,' and 'focused' meant 'centered on a point.' Over time, 'corporate-focused' evolved to mean 'centered on business activities.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

having a primary emphasis or concentration on corporate matters or business activities.

The company adopted a corporate-focused strategy to enhance its market presence.

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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45