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cottage industry

 

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Noun cottage industry has 1 sense
  1. cottage industry - small-scale industry that can be carried on at home by family members using their own equipment
    --1 is a kind of
    industry, manufacture

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Cottage Industry

Definition:

A cottage industry refers to a small-scale, decentralized manufacturing system where products are typically produced at home or in small workshops by individuals or families, rather than in large factories. It can involve the production of goods like textiles, handicrafts, or small-scale agricultural products.

Example sentences:

1. In rural areas, cottage industries such as pottery-making or handloom weaving are an important source of income for many families.

2. The cottage industry of honey production in this region supports the livelihoods of several local beekeepers.

3. With the rise of e-commerce, many artisans have started their own cottage industry by selling their handmade products online.

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