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cottage industry
/kˈɑːɾɪdʒ ˈɪndʌstɹi/
/kˈɒtɪdʒ ˈɪndʌstɹˌɪ/
Cottage industry
01
a small-scale business or manufacturing activity that is done at home or in small workshops, often by individuals or families
Examples
In the past, many families worked in cottage industries making textiles.
The region is known for its cottage industry of handmade pottery.
