shareholder
Translation
shareholder, stockholder
Examples
The shareholders voted on the proposal.
The shareholders voted on the proposal.
Grammar Patterns
a shareholder in (a company) an owner of shares in (a company) He is a major shareholder in the company.
Similar Words
Synonyms: stockholder, investor
Etymology
A compound word from 'share' (a part of a company) and 'holder' (one who holds or possesses).
Memory Tips
Break it down: a 'shareholder' is someone who 'holds' a 'share' of a company.