What does "dealings" mean?

1. (business transactions) the business activities or trades that happen between people or companies. 2. (personal or social relations) the way you behave or interact with someone over time.

How do you use "dealings"?

Always used in the plural form. Always used in the plural form.

dealings

US //ˈdiɫɪŋz// UK //dˈiːlɪŋz// deal·ings

1 business transactions (n.)
B2 Upper Intermediate Business

the business activities or trades that happen between people or companies.

commercial transactions or professional interactions between parties. Plural only.

Example

The company was investigated for its secret dealings with foreign governments.

Example

The firm's financial dealings were subjected to intense scrutiny after auditors discovered several unexplained offshore accounts.

Usage

Always used in the plural form.
2 personal or social relations (n.)
B2 Upper Intermediate

the way you behave or interact with someone over time.

personal or social interactions and relationships with others. Plural only.

Example

In all my dealings with him, he has always been very honest.

Example

Despite her reputation for being difficult, my personal dealings with the director have been consistently professional and productive.

Usage

Always used in the plural form.