Dividend
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈdɪvɪdɛnd/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Dividend is a noun meaning (finance) A cash payment of money by a company to its shareholders, usually made periodically (e.g., quarterly or annually).
Meaning
(finance) A cash payment of money by a company to its shareholders, usually made periodically (e.g., quarterly or annually).
More Meanings
- (arithmetic) A number or expression that is to be divided by another.
- (figuratively) Beneficial results from a metaphorical investment (of time, effort, etc.)
- (transitive) To pay out a dividend.
Example Sentences
In "42 ÷ 3" the dividend is the 42.
'Why not: you, Elvira, will shortly pay a dividend, that is, have a child.'
That blood and pain paid a dividend, too, even when the subject wasn't a sorcerer.
The United States is not the only country where xenophobia pays dividends for politicians.
Word Forms
- dividends
- dividending
- dividended
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include profit, amortization, revenue, earnings, payoff, payout.
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