buyback
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B2
/ˈbaɪˌbæk/
repurchase
Etymology
Etymology Information
'buyback' originates from the combination of 'buy' and 'back', where 'buy' meant 'to purchase' and 'back' implied 'returning to the original owner'.
Historical Evolution
'buyback' evolved from the concept of repurchasing goods or assets, particularly in financial contexts, and became a common term in modern business language.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to purchase something again', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'repurchasing shares or assets by a company'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the act of repurchasing something that was previously sold, especially shares of stock by the issuing company.
The company announced a buyback of its shares to increase shareholder value.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/03/02 04:55