Industrial Definition & Meaning

industrial
adjective
  1. of or relating to or resulting from industry; "industrial output"
  2. having highly developed industries; "the industrial revolution"; "an industrial nation"
  3. employed in industry; "the industrial classes"; "industrial work"
  4. suitable to stand up to hard wear; "industrial carpeting"

"Industrial" in song lyrics

See how industrial is used in real songs:

  • "Hard consume, grow industrial"
    Gravediggaz — Rest in the East
  • "From Southwest Detroit, deep within some island's industrial"
    Insane Clown Posse f/ Snoop Dogg — The Shaggy Show
  • "standard pneuatic industrial"
    AOL — AOL

Usage tips for "industrial"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "industrial" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for industrial to find words that pair well.

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