for-profit
|for-profit|
B2
🇺🇸
/fɔr ˈprɒfɪt/
🇬🇧
/fɔː ˈprɒfɪt/
profit-driven
Etymology
Etymology Information
'for-profit' originates from the English phrase 'for profit', where 'for' indicates purpose and 'profit' means financial gain.
Historical Evolution
'for-profit' evolved from the phrase 'for profit', which has been used in English since the 16th century to describe activities aimed at financial gain.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'for the purpose of financial gain', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
engaged in activities with the primary goal of making a profit.
The company operates as a for-profit organization.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:41