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cost-centered

|cost/centered|

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/kɔst ˈsɛntərd/

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/kɒst ˈsɛntəd/

focus on costs

Etymology
Etymology Information

The term 'cost-centered' is derived from the words 'cost' and 'centered'. 'Cost' originates from the Latin word 'constare', meaning 'to stand firm' or 'to be fixed', while 'centered' comes from the Latin 'centrum', meaning 'center'.

Historical Evolution

The concept of being 'cost-centered' evolved from the business practice of focusing on cost management and efficiency.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it referred to the centralization of cost management, but over time it evolved to describe a broader business strategy focused on cost efficiency.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

focused on or organized around costs, often in a business or financial context.

The company adopted a cost-centered approach to improve profitability.

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Last updated: 2025/02/19 16:28