firms
n. countablen. a business or company, especially one that provides a professional service. You often use this word for groups of lawyers or accountants.
n. a commercial organization or partnership that operates as a business entity. Often used to specify professional service providers rather than industrial manufacturers.
She works for one of the top law firms in the city.
Many small accounting firms are merging to better compete with larger international corporations.
The government is offering tax incentives to local firms that invest in sustainable energy solutions and reduce their carbon footprint over the next decade.
Commonly used as a synonym for 'company' but carries a stronger connotation of professional services like law, architecture, or consulting.