Slice of the economy

SECTOR

Think of a broad category that divides business or industry into distinct groups.

The word "slice" hints at a portion or segment of something larger, which in this case is the economy. "Sector" fits perfectly because it refers to a distinct part of an economy, like technology or agriculture. The clue plays on the idea of dividing a whole (the economy) into smaller, manageable pieces (sectors). It’s a straightforward definition with no hidden wordplay—just a clear connection between the clue and the answer.