industrialist
1 of 1noun/ɪnˈdʌstriəlɪst/
Forms:industrialists
1
a person who owns or operates a large business involved in the production or manufacturing of goods, typically in an industrial sector
- The industrialist invested heavily in new technology to modernize his factories.
- He was a prominent industrialist who contributed significantly to the country’s economic growth.
- Industrialists were key players in the urbanization process, shaping the development of cities.
- By investing in new machinery, the industrialist was able to boost production and reduce costs.
- An influential industrialist in the 19th century changed the landscape of manufacturing in the region.