biz
noun
Simple meaning
An informal word for business, especially show business.
Pronunciation
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bizIPA pronunciation (US)
ˈbɪz
This word is pronounced essentially the same in American and British English, so one transcription covers both.
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Definition
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noun
slang
Business, especially showbusiness.
Word at a Glance
- Difficulty
- A2 · Elementary (estimated)
- Frequency
- Common
- Typical Use
- Everyday English
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Those involved in providing entertainment: radio and television and films and theater.
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