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Industry

UK /["/ˈɪndəstri/"]/US /["/ˈɪndəstri/"]/

Definition

the production of goods from raw materials, especially in factories

In simple words: A specific area of business or work.

Examples

  • The technology industry is rapidly evolving with new innovations.
  • Many people work in the entertainment industry, including actors and producers.
  • The manufacturing industry provides numerous jobs in our city.
  • In the fashion industry, trends change quickly and often.
  • The service industry includes businesses like restaurants and hotels.
  • Agriculture is an important industry that feeds the population.
  • Job stability can vary greatly in different industries.

Usage notes

Use 'industry' in contexts related to business and economics. Avoid using it informally. It is appropriate in both written and spoken language when discussing markets or sectors.

Grammar pattern

industry + noun (e.g., industry standard)

Memory hint

Think of 'in-dust-tree' — imagine a tree made of machines and factories.

Collocations

  • booming
  • growing
  • thriving
  • benefit
  • develop
  • encourage
  • boom
  • develop
  • expand
  • executive
  • leader
  • expert
  • in industry
  • within industry
  • a captain of industry
  • commerce and industry
  • regulation of (an) industry
  • booming
  • growing
  • thriving
  • benefit
  • develop
  • encourage
  • boom
  • develop
  • expand
  • executive
  • leader
  • expert
  • in industry
  • within industry
  • a captain of industry
  • commerce and industry
  • regulation of (an) industry

Synonyms

  • sector
  • field
  • trade
  • business
  • market

Antonyms

  • amateur
  • hobby

Common mistakes

  • Confusing 'industry' with 'sector' in informal contexts.
  • Using 'industries' in singular contexts.
  • Mispronouncing it as 'in-dust-ry' instead of 'in-duh-stree'.