investment-first
|in-vest-ment-first|
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/ɪnˈvɛstmənt fɜrst/
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/ɪnˈvɛstmənt fɜːst/
Prioritizing investment
Etymology
Etymology Information
The term 'investment-first' is a modern English compound word combining 'investment' and 'first', indicating a prioritization of investment.
Historical Evolution
The concept of prioritizing investment has evolved with modern business strategies, emphasizing long-term growth over immediate profits.
Meaning Changes
Initially, the focus was on immediate returns, but over time, the emphasis shifted to long-term investment strategies.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
prioritizing investment over other considerations.
The company adopted an investment-first approach to ensure long-term growth.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45