person in the same business; colleague in the trade
Refers to someone who works in the same industry, profession, or line of business. Often used when comparing or discussing people within a specific field.
彼は同業者から高く評価されている。
He is highly regarded by others in the same business.
Exchanging information with people in the same trade is important.
He's in the same business, so he knows the industry situation well.
I exchanged information with people from the same industry at the exhibition.
We're improving our service so we don't lose out to competitors in the trade.
Her skill is well-known among people in the same industry.