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Heavy Industry

/ˈhɛvi ˈɪndəstri/
nounCEFR B2 (Upper)Top #1500 frequency
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  1. 1

    Industries that produce large and heavy products, typically involving significant capital investment and large-scale operations.

    "The region's economy is heavily reliant on heavy industry, particularly steel and machinery manufacturing."
  2. 2

    A sector of the economy that includes manufacturing and production of goods that are heavy and require substantial infrastructure.

    "Heavy industry plays a crucial role in the development of a country's infrastructure."

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The term 'heavy industry' emerged in the late 19th century, primarily in the context of industrialization. It refers to industries that require large amounts of capital and produce heavy products, often evolving from the earlier industrial practices of the 18th century.

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