An area of land consisting solely of commercial buildings and enterprises, as opposed to industrial or residential concerns.

(idiomatic, dated) To treat someone harshly or in a wrongful manner, such as by abusing, deceiving, or manipulating. / (idiomatic, dated) To harangue, criticize vigorously, berate, or ridicule someone.

plural of business analyst

Alternative form of big business

(sometimes capitalized) Large, for-profit corporations collectively, understood as having significant economic, political, or social influence.

(informal) The jargon used in business.

(idiomatic, used to convey serious intent) To be serious, especially where achieving a specific end against opposition is concerned.

the practice of unethical methods / (slang) anal sex

Selling products directly to customers, bypassing any third-party retailers, wholesalers, or any other middlemen.

(economics) An index created by the World Bank, where higher rankings indicate better, usually simpler regulations for businesses and stronger protections of property rights.