[noun] the people or companies engaged in a particular kind of commercial enterprise; "each industry has its own trade publications"
[noun] the organized action of making of goods and services for sale; "American industry is making increased use of computers to control production" Synonyms:manufacture
[noun] persevering determination to perform a task; "his diligence won him quick promotions"; "frugality and industry are still regarded as virtues" Synonyms:diligence, industriousness