The Open Dictionary

capital intensive

adjective

UK/ˌkæp.ɪ.tᵊl ɪnˈten.sɪv/
US/ˌkæp.ɪ.t̬ᵊl ɪnˈten.sɪv/

Definitions of capital intensive adjective

  1. Relating to an industry, business, or process that requires substantial financial investment in facilities and equipment to commence operations.

    • As manufacturing became more capital intensive, many small factories struggled to compete.

    • Establishing a new semiconductor company is capital intensive, requiring a significant initial investment.

    • The emerging energy industry is considered capital intensive due to the need for large-scale infrastructure.