industrial

word

/ˌɪnˈdəstɹiəɫ/
in-DUHS-tree-uhl
/ɪndˈʌstɹɪəl/
in-DUHS-tree-uhl

Definition

Related to factories, businesses, or activities that produce goods, especially on a large scale. It can describe areas, processes, or things used for manufacturing.

Usage & Nuances

Primarily formal or technical. Common phrases include 'industrial area,' 'industrial revolution,' and 'industrial equipment.' Not to be confused with 'industry' (noun); 'industrial' is usually an adjective.

Example Sentences

The city built a new industrial area on the edge of town.

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Many industrial machines are very loud.

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This used to be a vibrant industrial district, but now it’s full of offices and apartments.

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They studied the industrial process of making paper.

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The city’s industrial history is still visible in the old factory buildings downtown.

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If you cross the river, you'll find a lot of small industrial workshops hidden between the warehouses.

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