Definition

Partly related to business or trade, having both commercial and non-commercial features.

Example

The company launched a semicommercial product that was available to a select group of customers.

Conversation

Have you heard about that new product they're testing?

Yeah, I think it's some kind of semicommercial launch.

Right, it’s interesting how they’re mixing experimental features with real marketing.

Totally! I wonder if it will catch on with the public.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Semicommercial → It is formed from "semi-" (meaning half) and "commercial" (from Latin "commercium", meaning trade or commerce). The word "semicommercial" refers to something that is partially commercial or only half involved in trade.

Memory Tip

Think of 'semi-' meaning half, and 'commercial' relating to trade — so semicommercial describes something that is half involved in trade.

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