revenue-first
|rev-e-nue-first|
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/ˈrɛvəˌnuː fɜrst/
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/ˈrɛvənjuː fɜːst/
Prioritizing revenue
Etymology
Etymology Information
The term 'revenue-first' is a modern English compound word combining 'revenue' and 'first', indicating a priority on revenue.
Historical Evolution
'Revenue' comes from the Old French word 'revenue', meaning 'return' or 'income', and 'first' from Old English 'fyrst', meaning 'foremost'.
Meaning Changes
The term has always meant prioritizing revenue, but its usage has become more common in business contexts.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
prioritizing revenue generation above other considerations.
The company adopted a revenue-first strategy to boost its financial performance.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45