adj
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adj
methodical, efficient, practical, and focused on accomplishing a task
The committee handled the emergency in a calm, businesslike manner.
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matter-of-fact
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businesslikelybusinesslikenessunbusinesslike
Etymology
Formed in English from business + -like. It first described conduct resembling that expected in business: orderly, practical, and directed toward results. It can also suggest a serious, matter-of-fact manner without unnecessary emotion or ceremony.