buyout
|buy/out|
B2
/ˈbaɪˌaʊt/
complete purchase
Etymology
Etymology Information
'buyout' originates from the combination of 'buy' and 'out', where 'buy' meant 'to purchase' and 'out' indicated 'complete or full control'.
Historical Evolution
'buyout' evolved from the concept of purchasing full control over a company or asset, becoming a common term in business and finance.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to purchase full control', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the purchase of a company's shares in order to gain control of it.
The management team completed a buyout of the company.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45