industry

noun
UK: /ˈɪndəstri/
US: /ˈɪndʌstri/

  1. The production of goods or services, especially in factories.

    1. The industry creates many new jobs every year. [ ] [ ]
    2. The car industry is facing serious economic difficulties currently. [ ] [ ]

  2. A group of businesses that provide a particular product or service.

    1. She works in the tourism industry now. [ ] [ ]
    2. The tech industry is constantly changing and innovating these days. [ ] [ ]

  3. Hard work and dedication.

    1. Success requires talent and industry too. [ ] [ ]
    2. Her industry and persistence helped her achieve her goals in life. [ ] [ ]

Synonyms

commerce production business diligence trade activity

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "industry" in English means: The production of goods or services, especially in factories., A group of businesses that provide a particular product or service., Hard work and dedication..

The phonetic transcription of "industry" is /ˈɪndəstri/ in British English and /ˈɪndʌstri/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "industry": commerce, production, business, diligence, trade, activity.

Example usage of "industry": "The industry creates many new jobs every year.". More examples on the page.