Definitions of industry:

  • noun:   the organized action of making of goods and services for sale
    Example: "American industry is making increased use of computers to control production"
  • noun:   the people or companies engaged in a particular kind of commercial enterprise
    Example: "Each industry has its own trade publications"
  • noun:   persevering determination to perform a task
    Example: "Frugality and industry are still regarded as virtues"