morphine alkaloid

(physics) The general field of study that employs the wavelike character of neutrons.

the state of being opalescent

(operations) The application of scientific methods and techniques to problems of decision making, especially in business management and government administration.

(idiomatic, slang, vulgar, US) A good-humored threat of physical harm.

(business, accounting) Any expense incurred in running a business, such as sales and administration, as opposed to production.

A subcontractor who may be a commercial carrier, but most often provides capacity (trucks and drivers, with or without trailers or chassis) to either commercial or private carriers under a contract for services.

(business) The business cycle from startup of operations to the profit; from obtaining the raw material, through designing and production, to the distribution and profits.

plural of magnum opus

A medical doctor specializing in the eye: deficiencies of vision requiring correction, and diseases. Compare optometrist.