Biz

/bɪz/

Meaning & Definition

noun
Informal term for business.
He's been in the software biz for over a decade.
A specific area of business or a type of industry.
The entertainment biz can be very competitive.
A situation or matter requiring attention.
That’s not my biz; I prefer to stay out of personal matters.

Etymology

Shortened form of the word 'business'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

the biz
The business world; the industry.
biz as usual
Business continues in a normal manner.
in the biz
In the business or industry.

Related Words

business
The practice of making one's living by engaging in commerce.
industry
Economic activity concerned with the processing of raw materials and manufacturing.
enterprise
A project or undertaking, especially a bold or complex one.

Slang Meanings

Short for 'business' often used in casual conversation.
He's always hustling in the biz.
Refers to someone who is engaged in a specific kind of business or trade.
In this biz, networking is key.