# businessmen

/ˈbɪznɪsˌmɛn/ (US) · /bˈɪznəsmˌɛn/ (UK) · CEFR A2 · Noun

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/businessmen
Updated: 2026-05-04

## Definition

a man who works in business, especially one who owns or manages a company.

For teachers: a male person engaged in commercial activities, trade, or industry.

## Examples

- The businessmen met to discuss the new contract.
- Local businessmen complained about the high taxes imposed by the city council.
- The rise of digital platforms has forced traditional businessmen to rethink their supply chains and customer engagement strategies.

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