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investor

n. countable
B2 Upper Intermediate Oxford US //ˌɪnˈvɛstɝ// UK //ɪnvˈɛstɐ// in·vestor General-service

n. a person or company that puts money into a business or project to make a profit later. You become an investor when you buy stocks or property hoping the value will go up.

n. a person or entity that commits capital to an enterprise, project, or financial instrument with the expectation of achieving a financial return.


SIMPLE

The new startup is looking for a private investor to fund its growth.

CONTEXTUAL

After the company reported record profits, every major investor decided to hold onto their shares instead of selling.

COMPLEX

Institutional investors often exert significant influence over corporate governance by leveraging their substantial equity stakes to demand greater transparency and more sustainable long-term strategies from the board of directors.

Origin

From invest + -or.

Usage

Often categorized by adjectives such as 'institutional', 'private', or 'angel' to specify the source of capital.

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