Roman holiday – Enjoyment or profit derived from others’ discomfort or suffering, based on the gladiator matches enjoyed by ancient Romans. More…
bottom line – A reference to the line at the bottom of a financial statement that shows the profit or balance. More…
improve – First meant “to make a profit for oneself” or “to employ to advantage; to make profitable use of.” More…
broker – Originally, a broker or brokour bought wine cheaply in quantity and sold it at a profit; broker came to mean any retailer who did this, or a middleman/agent. More…