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research and development
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research and development
(noun)
research and development
noun
research and development
noun
Britannica Dictionary definition of RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT
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studies and tests that are done in order to design new or improved products
The company spends millions of dollars each year on
research and development
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R & D
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