hang...shingle
Spanish translation: emprender una actividad
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| 4 +1 | llevan a cabo sus operaciones desde... |
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| 5 | ....su compañía esta ubicada en..... |
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peer agreement (net): +1llevan a cabo sus operaciones desde... Explanation: to "hang a shingle" significa emprender una actividad -------------------------------------------------- Note added at 13 mins (2004-06-26 16:47:59 GMT) -------------------------------------------------- toronto.com: Health & Fitness Guide ... Unfortunately, the industry is unregulated. So, any hack can hang a shingle on their door and call him/herself a personal trainer. ... www.toronto.com/feature/8314/ 6.html?cslink=cs_beauty_fitness_3_1 - 42k - Cached - Similar pages Discovery Health :: Planning an Adventure Vacation ... Anyone can hang a shingle on their door and call themselves an adventure outfitter.\". Before signing a contract, ask how long the company has been in business. ... health.discovery.com/centers/ fitness/advchallenge/vacation.html - 20k - Cached - Similar pages -------------------------------------------------- Note added at 14 mins (2004-06-26 16:48:47 GMT) -------------------------------------------------- Source: The Collins English Dictionary © 2000 HarperCollins Publishers: shingle1 [\'ʃıŋgəl] noun 3 (U.S. and Canadian) a small signboard or nameplate fixed outside the office of a doctor, lawyer, etc. |
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....su compañía esta ubicada en..... Explanation: ...estan ubicados en... shingle-signifies roof It's something like the saying: 'Home is where you hang your hat.' Shingle Theory A suitability doctrine first introduced by the SEC in the 30's. The idea is that a broker who hangs out a shingle will represent his/her customers fairly and responsibly when making suggestions regarding securities. Note: A shingle is slang for a small sign, indicating a professional office. Saludos, Reference: http://www.investopedia.com/terms/s/shingletheory.asp |
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