Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
stock-investor
noun
/stɒk ˈɪn.vɛs.tər/

Definition
A stock investor is an individual or entity that purchases shares of publicly traded companies with the expectation of earning a return on their investment over time.

Examples
- She became a stock investor after attending a finance seminar.
- As a stock investor, he closely follows market trends and company performances.
- Many stock investors diversified their portfolios to mitigate risk during economic downturns.

Meaning
Someone who buys stocks with the goal of capital appreciation and/or dividend income.

Synonyms
- shareholder
- equity investor
- stockholder