业
industry; profession; study; career; property; already
Meanings
9 senses · 45 examplesnoun
industry; trade; line of business
neutralRefers to a specific field of economic activity.
He works in the electronics industry.
Agriculture is the foundation of the national economy.
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Competition in the catering industry is fierce.
Animal husbandry is the pillar industry of his hometown.
Every industry needs professional talents.
noun
profession; occupation; job
neutralRefers to a person's regular job or career.
He found an employment opportunity soon after graduation.
She recently changed careers and now works in design.
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He likes reading in his spare time.
This company provides many job positions.
He has never had a stable occupation.
noun
study; school work; academic pursuit
neutralRefers to academic studies or schoolwork.
He chose to start a business after dropping out of college for two years.
She is currently studying and preparing to graduate next year.
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At the graduation ceremony, the principal gave a speech.
This course requires one year of study.
Their final exam results are very good.
noun
cause; enterprise; achievement
neutralRefers to a significant activity or achievement with social impact.
He dedicated his life to the cause of education.
Starting a business requires courage and wisdom.
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His achievements have been recognized by the company.
Enterprises that benefit the present and future generations are worthy of praise.
They jointly initiated this great enterprise.
noun
property; estate; belongings
neutralRefers to personal property or estate.
His family has abundant property, so he lives without worries.
The property owner has the right to decide the decoration style of the house.
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He inherited his father's family property.
The owner of this shop is an elderly person.
Their family property is well-known locally.
verb
to engage in; to pursue (a trade)
literaryA literary term referring to engaging in a specific trade.
His family has been farmers for generations and has a deep affection for the land.
Many people in ancient times chose to engage in commerce to make a living.
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He gave up his studies and turned to engage in industry.
Having practiced medicine for many years, he has accumulated rich experience.
His family has been engaged in fishing for a hundred years.
noun
surname
neutralRefers to the Chinese surname Ye.
My friend's surname is Ye, and he is a teacher.
Mr. Ye didn't come to work today.
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The surname Ye is relatively rare in the north.
Teacher Ye teaches us math.
The Ye family has a certain influence locally.
noun
karma; deed (Buddhist term)
neutralA Buddhist term referring to all actions, speech, and thoughts, including both good and evil, often specifically referring to evil deeds.
Buddhism believes that physical karma, verbal karma, and mental karma are collectively called the three karmas.
He hopes to eliminate evil karma by doing good deeds.
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Careless verbal karma may bring bad consequences.
Mental karma refers to good and evil thoughts in the mind.
Buddhists focus on practice to purify their own karma.
adverb
already;业已;业经
formalIndicates that an action or change has been completed.
I have already completed all the tasks.
The approved documents will be issued as soon as possible.
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He has already left the company and no longer holds the position of manager.
This plan has already been reviewed and approved by the higher authorities.
All participants have already been notified of the change in meeting time.