stakeholder
/ˈsteɪkˌhoʊldər/
noun
- A person or group that has an interest or concern in something, especially a business, project, or decision.
- As a major stakeholder in the project, the city government wanted to ensure it would benefit the community.
- Environmental groups are important stakeholders in discussions about new factory construction.
- The company held a meeting to hear feedback from all stakeholders, including employees and local residents.
- A person who holds money or property on behalf of others, especially during a bet or contest.
- The stakeholder returned the deposits to both parties after the deal fell through.
- In a friendly wager, they asked a trusted friend to act as the stakeholder.
- The stakeholder kept the prize money safe until the winner was announced.
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