Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

acquiree

noun

/əˌkwaɪəˈriː/

Definition

The entity or individual that is acquired or purchased, especially in a business context.

Examples

In the recent merger, the acquiree was a tech startup with innovative products.
After the acquisition, the acquiree was integrated into the parent company’s operations.
The investor focused on the growth potential of the acquiree before finalizing the deal.

Meaning

An acquiree is typically a company or organization that is taken over by another company through a merger or acquisition. The term reflects the role of the entity being absorbed into another, often larger, entity.