businessman

noun

busi·​ness·​man ˈbiz-nəs-ˌman How to pronounce businessman (audio)
-nəz-, 
-mən
Synonyms of businessmannext
: a man who transacts business
especially : a business executive

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I know it's hard for him to sell his paintings. He's always been a better artist than businessman.
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The Nobel Prize was established by Alfred Nobel, a businessman, engineer, entrepreneur, inventor, and scientist, who lived from 1833 to 1896. — Christopher Tremoglie, The Washington Examiner, 9 Oct. 2026 Built by German shipyard Blohm+Voss for Saudi businessman Nasser Al-Rashid, the 344-footer was one of the largest superyachts of its time and reportedly cost an equally hefty $200 million to complete. — Robb Report, 9 Oct. 2026 Musk's comment against Ambani caused a political stir in India, eliciting a response from India's leader of opposition, Rahul Gandhi, who has consistently alleged that the government is being influenced by powerful businessmen in India. — Priyanka Salve, CNBC, 9 Oct. 2026 Billionaire businessman Moishe Mana, once the largest private landowner in Miami’s Wynwood neighborhood, recently sold the majority of his property in the area. — Catherine Odom, Miami Herald, 9 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for businessman

Word History

First Known Use

1803, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of businessman was in 1803

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businessman

noun
busi·​ness·​man ˈbiz-nə-ˌsman How to pronounce businessman (audio)
-nəz-ˌman
: a man in business especially as an owner or manager

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