Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
dotcom
Noun
/ˈdɒt.kɒm/
Definition
A dotcom refers to a company or organization that operates primarily on the internet, usually identified by a web address that includes the ‘.com’ domain.
Examples
- Many dotcoms saw significant growth during the internet boom of the late 1990s.
- After launching her dotcom startup, she quickly attracted investors.
- Some dotcom companies have since transitioned to brick-and-mortar businesses.
Meaning
The term is often associated with businesses that are part of the e-commerce landscape or internet-based companies.
Synonyms
- Internet company
- Web-based business
- Online enterprise
