trade
Translation
trade, commerce, business, occupation
Examples
International trade is growing.
International trade is growing.
He is a carpenter by trade.
He is a carpenter by trade.
Grammar Patterns
((trade)) ((in sth.)) the business of buying and selling (sth.) The country's main trade is in oil.
((by trade)) as a job or profession He is a plumber by trade.
Similar Words
Synonyms: commerce, business, occupation, craft
Etymology
From Middle English, related to 'tread' (a path or track), referring to a course of business.
Memory Tips
Think of 'trading cards' (an exchange) or a 'trade school' (for a skilled job).