English · Work & Business
equity
/ˈɛk.wɪ.ti/
[/ˈɛk.wɪ.ti/]
ownership value
Advancednoun
Definition
The value of ownership in an asset or company after debts are subtracted.
Example
Early employees received equity that became valuable when the company finally went public.
Early employees received equity that became valuable when the company finally went public.
Etymology
From Latin 'aequitas' (fairness); the financial-ownership sense is established.
How & Where It’s Used
Used in finance, startups, and law.