Pronunciation: /ˈprɑfɪt/
noun A financial gain, especially the difference between the amount earned and the amount spent in buying, operating, or producing something
A1 The company made a profit last year.
A2 She started a small business to earn some extra profit.
B1 The company's main goal is to increase its profits each quarter.
B2 Investors are always looking for ways to maximize their profits.
C1 The CEO implemented a new strategy to boost the company's profits.
C2 The company's profit margins have been steadily increasing over the past few years.
verb To obtain a financial gain or benefit
A1 I profit from selling handmade jewelry online.
A2 She profits greatly from investing in the stock market.
B1 The company profits have increased by 20% this quarter.
B2 The new marketing strategy is expected to profit the company in the long run.
C1 The business owner profited immensely from the sale of his company.
C2 The CEO has profited greatly from his years of experience in the industry.
formal The company's main goal is to maximize profit while maintaining ethical business practices.
informal We need to figure out how to make a profit from this project.
slang Let's hustle and make some dough!
figurative In life, we must find ways to profit from our experiences, both good and bad.
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