BusinessAugust 22, 2026

solopreneur

so-lo-pruh-NUR

Definition

An entrepreneur who operates and manages a business entirely on their own, without any employees.

Etymology

The word is a 21st-century blend of the Latin 'solus' (alone) and the French 'entrepreneur' (one who undertakes a task or business).

In the news

The article uses the term to describe the target audience for new AI tools, emphasizing how these individuals can use technology to replace traditional staff members.

7 New AI Tools That Run a One-Person Business in 2026 — No Staff, No Code.

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