Meaning & Definition of word "Biz"

Biz

/bɪz/

noun:

  • 1. Informal term for business.
    • Example: He's been in the software biz for over a decade.
  • 2. A specific area of business or a type of industry.
    • Example: The entertainment biz can be very competitive.
  • 3. A situation or matter requiring attention.
    • Example: 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 of biz

Meaning: Short for 'business' often used in casual conversation.

Example Sentence: He's always hustling in the biz.

Meaning: Refers to someone who is engaged in a specific kind of business or trade.

Example Sentence: In this biz, networking is key.