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Definition
Alibaba, the Chinese e-commerce company.
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How it's used
Refers specifically to the Chinese multinational technology company. When discussing the company, Cantonese speakers treat it as a proper noun and often use it in the context of career discussions or stock market news.
Examples
He works at Alibaba.
Related words
Common phrases
Alibaba Group
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Grammar guides
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