Over-the-counter (Adjective)
Meaning 1
(of securities) not traded on a stock exchange; "over-the-counter stocks".
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- Over-the-counter stocks often have lower liquidity and higher risks compared to those listed on major exchanges.
- Investors seeking to diversify their portfolios may consider over-the-counter stocks for their potential growth.
- Over-the-counter securities are usually traded through a network of broker-dealers rather than a centralized exchange.
- The company's decision to remain an over-the-counter stock has made it less accessible to institutional investors.
- Trading over-the-counter stocks typically requires a direct arrangement between the buyer and seller.
Synonyms
Meaning 2
Purchasable without a doctor's prescription; "nonprescription drugs"; "an over-the-counter cold remedy".
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- The pharmacy sells a variety of over-the-counter medications for common cold and flu symptoms.
- Over-the-counter pain relievers such as acetaminophen or ibuprofen are widely available in most supermarkets.
- You can buy over-the-counter antihistamines to help alleviate your allergy symptoms.
- The over-the-counter cold remedy worked quickly to soothe my sore throat and stuffy nose.
- Many over-the-counter products claim to aid in weight loss, but some are not proven to be effective.