The pandemic has been hard on small businesses like Bigelow Apothecaries in New York City.

Essential.

The medicine and personal care store began in 18 38.

Owner Ian Ginsburg says restrictions caused by the pandemic have hurt the family business, but it is considered to be an essential business and remains open essential.

Describe something that is extremely important and necessary in order to meet simple needs and safety.

The essential part of something is the most important part.

Now you know what essential means.