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Definition of businessman

businessman

/ˈbɪz.nəs.mæn/
busi · ness · man
Plural:businessmen
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• noun

1

A man who works in commerce, finance, or industry, especially at an executive or managerial level, or who owns and operates a commercial enterprise.

Example

"The local businessman invested heavily in renovating the historic downtown theater."

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Word Nuance & Usage

In contemporary professional contexts, the gender-neutral terms 'businessperson' or 'executive' are often preferred when referring to individuals generally rather than specifically to a man.

• Nearby Words

busily
business
businesslike
businessman
businessperson
businesswoman
businessy

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Businessman. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/businessman
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