Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

bourse

noun

/bʊərs/

Definition

A stock exchange or market, particularly in Europe.

Examples

The Paris Bourse is one of the oldest stock markets in the world.
Investors flock to the bourse during trading hours to buy and sell shares.
The bourse plays a crucial role in the economy by facilitating capital flow.

Meaning

The term ‘bourse’ refers to organized markets where securities, commodities, and other financial instruments are traded. The word is derived from the French term for a market, and it is commonly used to describe stock exchanges in France, Belgium, and Germany.