business
/ˈbɪz.nɪs/ adjective C2- Of, to, pertaining to, or used for purposes of conducting trade, commerce, governance, advocacy or other professional purposes. · Please do not use this phone for personal calls; it is a business phone.
- Professional, businesslike, having concern for good business practice.
- Supporting business, conducive to the conduct of business.
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Just as he was on the point of being eaten, the Crab said, “I well deserve my fate, for what business had I on the land, when by my nature and habits I am only adapted for the sea?”
“But,” replied the owner, glancing after Dantès, who was watching the anchoring of his vessel, “it seems to me that a sailor needs not be so old as you say, Danglars, to understand his business, for our friend Edmond seems to understand it thoroughly, and not to require instruction from anyone.”
Private misfortunes must never be allowed to interfere with business.”
Villefort immediately rose from table and quitted the room upon the plea of urgent business; he soon, however, returned, his whole face beaming with delight.
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