Phrase guide

place of business

noun · 2 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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noun

Meaning 1

A place where business is conducted, such as an office or a single shop in a franchise.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: idiomatic

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Meaning relationships

Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

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noun

Meaning 2

an establishment (a factory or an assembly plant or retail store or warehouse etc.) where business is conducted, goods are made or stored or processed or where services are rendered

Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0

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Meaning relationships

Synonyms: business establishment

Antonyms: none provided

Broader terms: establishment

Narrower terms: gambling house, gambling den, gambling hell, gaming house, health spa, spa, health club, hotel-casino, casino-hotel, massage parlor, mercantile establishment, retail store, sales outlet, outlet, office, business office, spot

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