[com.mer.cial] adj (1598) 1 a (1): occupied with or engaged in commerce or work intended for commerce "a ~ artist" (2): of or relating to commerce "~ regulations" (3): characteristic of commerce "~ weights" (4): suitable, adequate, or prepared for commerce "found oil in ~ quantities" b (1): being of an average or inferior quality "~ oxalic acid" "show-quality versus ~ cattle" (2): producing artistic work of low standards for quick market success
2. a: viewed with regard to profit "a ~ success" b: designed for a large market
3: emphasizing skills and subjects useful in business
4: supported by advertisers "~ TV" -- com.mer.ci.al.ity n -- com.mer.cial.ly adv
[2]commercial n (1935): an advertisement broadcast on radio or television