capital goods

US: /ˈkæpɪtəl ˈgʊdz/

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cap•i•tal goods /ˈkæpɪtəl ˈgʊdz/  n.pl. 

1. Business machines and tools used in the production of other goods.

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cap′ital goods′, [Econ.]

1. Business machines and tools used in the production of other goods (contrasted with consumer goods).

• 1895–1900

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capital goods noun:plural

1. goods that are themselves utilized in the production of other goods rather than being sold to consumers
   Also called: producer goods
   Compare consumer goods