Industrial
Example: The industrial revolution changed many aspects of daily life.
Definition
"Industrial" relates to industries or the manufacturing sector, often describing processes, activities, or periods associated with large-scale production of goods. For example, the "industrial" revolution marked a significant change in technology and society driven by mechanized manufacturing.
Etymology
The word "industrial" comes from the Latin word 'industria,' meaning diligence or activity. It entered English in the late 18th century, reflecting the growing importance of industry and manufacturing during the early phases of the Industrial Revolution. Did you know? The term originally emphasized hard work and efficiency before becoming closely linked to factories and production.
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"Industrial" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - History - (B1) - set 1", containing 204 commonly used words.
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