Dividend meaning

What does “dividend” mean? Definitions, examples, synonyms and opposites.

“dividend” is a noun with 3 meanings. Its most common meaning is: that part of the earnings of a corporation that is distributed to its shareholders; usually paid quarterly.

dividend

noun

  1. that part of the earnings of a corporation that is distributed to its shareholders; usually paid quarterly

  2. a number to be divided by another number

  3. a bonus; something extra (especially a share of a surplus)

Source: WordNet 3.1, Princeton University

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