Stock (Noun)

The entire family comes from a stock of sailors and fishermen who have braved the seas for generations.
His father, grandfather, and great-grandfather were all miners from a long and proud stock of miners.
She is the last of her stock, the final descendant of a noble and ancient lineage.
Their family tree is filled with artists and musicians, a long and illustrious stock of creative souls.
He is the oldest son of a stock of farmers who have worked the land for over two centuries.

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Meaning⁵

Persistent thickened stem of a herbaceous perennial plant.

Classification

Nouns denoting plants.

Synonyms

Caudex

Hypernyms

Stem

Meaning⁶

The reputation and popularity a person has; "his stock was so high he could have been elected mayor".

Classification

Nouns denoting natural processes.

Hypernyms

Reputation

Meaning⁷

A supply of something available for future use; "he brought back a large store of Cuban cigars".

Classification

Nouns denoting possession and transfer of possession.

Examples

She kept a stock of canned goods in her pantry in case of emergencies.
The company was forced to liquidate its stock of obsolete equipment.
The artist's studio was filled with a stock of paints, canvases, and other art supplies.
He had a generous stock of spare parts for his old car.
The library maintained a large stock of rare and out-of-print books.

Synonyms

Fund
Store

Hypernyms

Accumulation

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Meaning⁸

The handle end of some implements or tools; "he grabbed the cue by the stock".

Classification

Nouns denoting man-made objects.

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Meaning⁹

The capital raised by a corporation through the issue of shares entitling holders to an ownership interest (equity); "he owns a controlling share of the company's stock".

Classification

Nouns denoting possession and transfer of possession.

Examples

The company's stock has been performing well on the market since its initial public offering.
She invested a significant portion of her savings in the tech company's stock.
The value of the company's stock plummeted after the announcement of the financial scandal.
He owns a controlling share of the company's stock, giving him significant influence over its operations.
The investor's portfolio consists mainly of stock in blue-chip companies with a proven track record.

Hypernyms

Working Capital

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Meaning¹⁰

An ornamental white cravat.

Classification

Nouns denoting man-made objects.

Synonyms

Neckcloth

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Cravat

Meaning¹¹

Liquid in which meat and vegetables are simmered; used as a basis for e.g. soups or sauces; "she made gravy with a base of beef stock".

Classification

Nouns denoting foods and drinks.

Synonyms

Broth

Hypernyms

Soup

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Meaning¹²

A special variety of domesticated animals within a species; "he experimented on a particular breed of white rats"; "he created a new strain of sheep".

Classification

Nouns denoting groupings of people or objects.

Examples

The farm was known for its high-quality stock of prize-winning cattle.
She was particularly interested in the genetic diversity of this stock of poultry.
The scientist spent years developing a superior stock of pigs for meat production.
The breeder's goal was to create a new stock of dairy cows with increased milk production.
This stock of sheep was well-suited to the harsh climate of the highlands.

Synonyms

Breed
Strain

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Stock (verb)

Meaning¹³

The handle of a handgun or the butt end of a rifle or shotgun or part of the support of a machine gun or artillery gun; "the rifle had been fitted with a special stock".

Classification

Nouns denoting man-made objects.

Examples

The rifle had been fitted with a special stock to improve its accuracy and stability.
The shooter gripped the stock of the shotgun tightly as she prepared to fire.
The old hunting rifle had a beautifully crafted wooden stock that had been polished to a high shine.
The soldier adjusted the stock of his machine gun to fit comfortably against his shoulder.
The artisan carefully carved intricate designs into the stock of the custom-made handgun.

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Gunstock

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Stock (verb)

Meaning¹⁴

A certificate documenting the shareholder's ownership in the corporation; "the value of his stocks doubled during the past year".

Classification

Nouns denoting possession and transfer of possession.

Examples

She invested in the company by buying a stock that would give her a significant portion of the profits.
The stock market fluctuated wildly during the economic downturn, causing many investors to lose money.
He inherited a large number of stocks from his grandfather, which he sold to fund his education.
The company issued new stocks to raise capital for its expansion plans.
After years of holding onto the stock, she finally decided to sell it and use the money to buy a house.

Synonyms

Stock Certificate

Hypernyms

Security

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Meaning¹⁵

The merchandise that a shop has on hand; "they carried a vast inventory of hardware"; "they stopped selling in exact sizes in order to reduce inventory".

Classification

Nouns denoting man-made objects.

Examples

The department store increased its stock of summer clothes just in time for the season.
Their coffee shop carried an impressive stock of rare teas and infusions.
By holding huge stock levels the big retailer hoped to drive smaller competitors out of business.
I need to check the stock of the new model before I place the order.
They had to liquidate their entire stock of perishable goods after the power went out.