Business
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Economics
Business is a term with a multitude of economic meanings, varying distinctly in scope. As a broad field, Business can be used to refer to a field of social science aimed at achieving particular economic goals, typically profit.
Less generally, business can be used to refer to a specific industry or market sector in an economy. Examples include the "fast food business" and the "automobile business".
Business can be used as a synonym for a specific business entity, a.k.a. corporation, company, etc.
Personal Affairs
Business is often used as a term referring to personal responsibilities or concerns of a specific individual or collective entity.