1. money that is earned in trade or business after paying the costs of producing and selling goods and services
2. advantage or benefit obtained from something

1. to obtain a financial advantage or benefit
2. to be useful or beneficial to someone

Examples

• The company made a large profit last year.
• She sold her house at a profit.
• There’s no profit in arguing about this.
• The business profited from the new marketing strategy.
• Students will profit from extra tutoring.
• He profited greatly from his mentor’s advice.
• The store’s profit margin increased this quarter.