1. plural of proprietorship; the state, condition, or fact of being a proprietor or owner of a business or property
Usage: commonly used in business and legal contexts
2. plural of proprietorship; a business enterprise owned and operated by one person or a small group of owners
Usage: business/commercial context

Examples

• Many small proprietorships in the downtown area have been family-owned for generations.
• The tax code treats proprietorships differently from corporations.
• She established several proprietorships across three states.
• Proprietorships are the simplest form of business organization to start.
• The accountant specializes in helping proprietorships manage their finances.
• Unlike partnerships, proprietorships have only one owner responsible for all debts.