industry

UK: ˈɪndəstri | US: ˈɪndəstri

Definition

  1. n. 1. The production of goods or services within an economy.

  2. n. 2. A particular branch of economic or commercial activity (e.g., "the tech industry").

  3. n. 3. Diligence or hard work (archaic/literary).

Structure
indus <in, toward>try <work, effort>
Etymology

industry = indus<in, toward> + try<work, effort>

  • indus: Derived from Latin indu- (a variant of in-, meaning "in" or "toward").
  • try: From Latin -struere (to build, construct), later evolving into Old French estrie (effort, activity), and Middle English industrie (diligence).

Etymology Origin:
The word "industry" traces back to Latin industria, meaning "diligence" or "zeal," combining indu- (toward) and struere (to build). Over time, it shifted from describing personal effort to systemic economic production, reflecting the Industrial Revolution's impact on language.

Examples

  1. The automotive industry is a major contributor to the national economy.

  2. She succeeded through sheer industry and determination.

  3. The film industry has been revolutionized by digital technology.

  4. His industry in completing the project earned him a promotion.

  5. Renewable energy is a growing industry worldwide.