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Boutique-firm

/buːˈtiːk fɜːrm/
nounCEFR C1 (Advanced)Top #15000 frequency
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  1. 1

    A small, specialized company that offers tailored services or products, often in fields such as consulting, law, or finance.

    "The boutique-firm provided personalized legal advice that larger firms could not match."
  2. 2

    A business that focuses on a niche market, delivering high-quality, customized solutions.

    "Her boutique-firm specializes in eco-friendly packaging solutions for small businesses."

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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology

The term 'boutique' originates from the French word 'boutique', meaning 'shop' or 'store', which entered English in the late 19th century. 'Firm' comes from the Latin 'firmus', meaning 'strong' or 'steady', and has been used in English since the 15th century to denote a business entity.

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