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enterprise-driven

|en-ter-prise-driv-en|

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/ˈɛntərˌpraɪz ˈdrɪvən/

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/ˈɛntəˌpraɪz ˈdrɪvən/

business-motivated

Etymology
Etymology Information

'enterprise-driven' originates from the combination of 'enterprise' and 'driven', where 'enterprise' refers to a business or company and 'driven' implies being motivated or propelled by something.

Historical Evolution

'enterprise' comes from the Old French word 'entreprise', meaning 'an undertaking', and 'driven' is the past participle of 'drive', from Old English 'drīfan'.

Meaning Changes

Initially, 'enterprise' meant 'an undertaking or project', but over time it evolved to include the concept of a business or company, while 'driven' has maintained its meaning of being motivated or propelled.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

motivated or guided by business initiatives or entrepreneurial activities.

The company's enterprise-driven approach led to rapid growth.

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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45