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Proprietorship

usgb/prəˈpraɪətərʃɪp/Volume
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Business Control

Proprietorship implies complete control over a business, usually by one person.

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He enjoyed full proprietorship over his bakery, making all the decisions.
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Financial Responsibility

The proprietor is personally liable for all business debts and obligations.

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Under her proprietorship, she was responsible for the shop's loans.
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Unique Entity

In a sole proprietorship, the business is not separate from the owner.

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His proprietorship meant there was no legal distinction between him and his enterprise.
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