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industrious definition

in·dus·tri·ous (in dus′trē əs)

adjective

  1. Obsolete skillful or clever
  2. characterized by earnest, steady effort; hardworking; diligent

Etymology: < Fr or L: Fr industrieux < L industriosus < industria: see industry

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