Profit extraction reminds me of a tooth extraction, pulling the tooth out from the gum. It also reminds me of the term "rip off." Ultimately, profit extraction is the act of pulling something which belongs to a person, from them, and taking it away.
by but for March 25, 2018
Sarah got me a Hollister sweater for £100, and I got her CD for £10! That's £90 of Present-Profit, it's gonna be a good Christmas!
by Sandfoxxxx December 12, 2011
We're going to have to close the shop if we don't turn a profit again this quarter.
We broke even again, but I think we will turn a profit next quarter.
We broke even again, but I think we will turn a profit next quarter.
by Kewk January 03, 2020
by Kung-Fu Jesus May 06, 2004
"A tax levied on a industry by a politician eager to pander to economically ignorant voters who, for whatever reason, are upset with that industry." Neal Boortz
Barack Obama said, "I'll make oil companies like Exxon pay a tax on their windfall profits, and we'll use the money to help families pay for their skyrocketing energy costs and other bills."
by Mykel D. June 10, 2008
The money/change you find in your wallet, purse, pocket or even handbag that you forgot you had.
Money you have discounted as spent but is still in your possession.
Seems like an addition to your wealth when rediscovered.
Money you have discounted as spent but is still in your possession.
Seems like an addition to your wealth when rediscovered.
by Huuyi January 21, 2010
When a person goes out to an event or club to pursue wealthy people, and/or get free drinks and food.
by KweenKarima August 16, 2008