Glossary

This tool provides plain English definitions of words and phrases you may come across in business.

You can search for either words, phrases and abbreviations. Alternatively you can browse the full glossary by theme or alphabetically.

If you are still in doubt about any definition, we recommend speaking to a professional adviser, solicitor or trade association.

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