stock

1 of 3

noun

ˈstäk

: a store or supply accumulated or available

especially : the inventory of goods of a merchant or manufacturer

b(1)

: the equipment, materials, or supplies of an establishment

(2)

: livestock

: the proprietorship element in a corporation usually divided into shares and represented by transferable certificates

: a portion of such stock of one or more companies

: stock certificate

: a supporting framework or structure: such as

stocks plural : a device for publicly punishing offenders consisting of a wooden frame with holes in which the feet or feet and hands can be locked

b(1)

: the wooden part by which a shoulder arm is held during firing

(2)

: the butt of an implement (such as a whip or fishing rod)

(3)

: bitstock, brace

: a long beam on a field gun forming the third support point in firing

stocks plural : the frame or timbers holding a ship during construction

a(1)

: the descendants of one individual : family, lineage

of European stock

(2)

: a compound organism

: the original (such as a person, race, or language) from which others derive : source

: an infraspecific group usually having unity of descent

d(1)

: a related group of languages

(2)

: a language family

: liquid in which meat, fish, or vegetables have been simmered that is used as a basis for soup, gravy, or sauce

b(1)

: raw material from which something is manufactured

(2)

: paper used for printing

: the portion of a pack of cards not distributed to the players at the beginning of a game

: confidence or faith placed in someone or something

put little stock in his testimony

b(1)

: an estimate or evaluation of something

take stock of the situation

(2)

: the estimation in which someone or something is held

his stock with the electorate remains high

Newsweek

: the main stem of a plant : trunk

b(1)

: a plant or plant part united with a scion in grafting and supplying mostly underground parts to a graft

(2)

: a plant from which slips or cuttings are taken

: the production and presentation of plays by a stock company

: stock car sense 1

: the crosspiece of an anchor see anchor illustration

a(1)

: the part of a tally formerly given to the creditor in a transaction

(2)

: a debt or fund due (as from a government) for money loaned at interest

also, British : capital or a debt or fund bearing interest in perpetuity and not ordinarily redeemable as to principal

archaic : a supply of capital : funds

especially : money or capital invested or available for investment or trading

: any of a genus (Matthiola) of Old World herbs or subshrubs of the mustard family with racemes of usually sweet-scented flowers

: a wide band or scarf worn about the neck especially by some clergymen

a(1)

: a dull, stupid, or lifeless person

(2)

archaic : something without life or consciousness

archaic : stump

archaic : a log or block of wood

stock

2 of 3

verb

stocked; stocking; stocks

transitive verb

: to procure or keep a stock of

our store stocks that brand

: to provide with stock or a stock : supply

stock a stream with trout

: to fit to or with a stock

: to graze (livestock) on land

: to make (a domestic animal) pregnant

intransitive verb

: to put in stock or supplies

stock up on canned goods

: to send out new shoots

stock

3 of 3

adjective

: commonly used or brought forward : standard

the stock answer

: kept regularly in stock

comes in stock sizes

a stock model

: employed in handling, checking, or taking care of the stock of merchandise on hand

a stock clerk

: kept for breeding purposes : brood

a stock mare

: devoted to the breeding and rearing of livestock

a stock farm

: used or intended for livestock

a stock train

: used in herding livestock

a stock horse

a stock dog

: of or relating to a stock company

Example Sentences

Noun That camera is out of stock. Do you have any more light bulbs in stock? They carry a large stock of computer software. We built up an ample stock of food before the storm. She always seems to have a fresh stock of funny jokes. The value of his stocks has soared. Most of her money is invested in stocks. Do you own any stock? Verb Our store stocks only the finest goods. Do you stock this item? The bar is stocked with beer, wine and liquor. They stocked the shelves in the store with a variety of imported foods. Adjective Here are the stock patterns you can choose from. She gave a stock answer to the reporter's question. a dull narrative with stock characters That item is a stock model. See More

Recent Examples on the Web

Noun

Not to mention, the combo cleaner previously went viral on TikTok and promptly went out of stock.

Melissa Epifano, Peoplemag, 10 Sep. 2022 This is basically saying, as a senior team, with the CEO and the board, what is going to double the value of this company, double the value of the stock, double our market cap, three to four years from now?

Sheryl Estrada, Fortune, 6 Sep. 2022 Politico reported that some of the tech parts that Russia seeks could still potentially be accessed easily and smuggled into Russia via unregulated online markets, but other products have long been out of stock globally.

Ashley Belanger, Ars Technica, 6 Sep. 2022 Each town would have been told to plan and zone for a certain number of affordable units, based on each town’s wealth, median income compared to other towns in the region, percentage of housing stock that’s multifamily housing, and the poverty rate.

Hartford Courant, 30 Aug. 2022 Fiore Higgins was placed in a role in the division of the firm that arranged the lending of stock to hedge funds and other clients who wanted to sell it short.

Sheelah Kolhatkar, The New Yorker, 29 Aug. 2022 In 2020, insiders—senior management and the board of directors—owned only 2.5% of AMC’s stock.

Jason Zweig, WSJ, 26 Aug. 2022 Eight-five percent of his pay came from vesting of restricted stock.

San Diego Union-Tribune, 25 Aug. 2022 Any appreciation of the stock after the date of death value would be considered long-term capital gains.

Orlando Sentinel, 25 Aug. 2022

Verb

One way to be sure that all your meals are well-rounded is to stock your part of the dorm room with nutrient-dense foods that hit on all three of those all-important macros.

Audrey Bruno, SELF, 6 Sep. 2022 With temperatures rising and the July 4th holiday weekend fast approaching, the time is now to stock up on delightful and affordable summer dresses to last the entire season.

Laura Jackson, Vogue, 1 July 2022 Our Place rarely takes 25% off, so now is the time to stock up on gorgeous kitchenware staples, from cutlery to bakeware.

Wendy Vazquez, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 Aug. 2022 When the iPhone 14 launches, other retailers might still stock the iPhone 11.

Chris Smith, BGR, 25 Aug. 2022 Now the world can stock up with Brazi Bites in the freezer, as well as other products like empanadas, Pizza Bites and more!

Katarina Avendano, Good Housekeeping, 17 Aug. 2022 For the perfect summer treat, stock up on a few cartons and stain your fingers purple with some of our favorite blueberry dessert recipes from our Recipe Finder.

Anna Luisa Rodriguez, Washington Post, 10 Aug. 2022 Roughly 2,300 Dollar Generals across the country currently stock fresh produce, out of more than 18,000 total locations, according to a Dollar General spokeswoman.

Rachel Wolfe, WSJ, 1 Aug. 2022 In April and May, hatchery workers stock the tiny fish in Summit, Paxson and Crosswind lakes.

Ned Rozell, Anchorage Daily News, 30 July 2022

Adjective

And the reassuringly stock characters require no special actorly finesse to bring to life.

Ben Brantley, New York Times, 27 Mar. 2020 Anne Carpenter, an owner of an Ace Hardware store in Berkeley, said the retailer doesn’t usually stock air conditioners.

Melia Russell, SFChronicle.com, 11 June 2019 The Red Branch production directed by Stephanie Lynn Williams features an endearing cast whose performances make potentially stock characters spring to life.

Mike Giuliano, Columbia Flier, 23 Aug. 2017 See More

Kids Definition

stock 1 of 3

noun

ˈstäk

: the whole supply or amount on hand

Our stock of food is running low.

stocks plural : a wooden frame with holes to hold the feet or the feet and hands once used to punish a wrongdoer publicly

: the wooden part by which a rifle or shotgun is held against the shoulder during firing

: the source from which others descend : ancestry

He is of Irish stock.

: farm animals : livestock, cattle

: a part ownership in a business that can be traded independently

: liquid in which meat, fish, or vegetables have been simmered

stock

2 of 3

verb

stocked; stocking

: to provide with or get supplies especially for future use

I'm stocking up on groceries.

: to get or keep a supply of

That store stocks only the best goods.

stock

3 of 3

adjective

: kept regularly in supply especially for sale

The window comes in stock sizes.

: commonly used : standard

He gave a stock answer.

Legal Definition

stock

noun

: the equipment, materials, or supplies of a business

: a store or supply accumulated

especially : the inventory of the goods of a merchant or manufacturer

: the ownership element in a corporation usually divided into shares and represented by transferable certificates

also : the certificate evidencing ownership of one or more shares of stock

— capital stock

: the stock that a corporation may issue under its charter including both common and preferred stock

: the outstanding shares of a joint stock company considered as an aggregate

: capitalization sense 4

— common stock

: a class of stock whose holders share in company profits (as through dividends) on a pro rata basis, may vote for directors and on important matters such as mergers, and may have limited access to information not publicly available

— cumulative preferred stock

: preferred stock whose holders are entitled to the payment of cumulative dividends as well as current dividends before common stockholders are paid

— growth stock

: stock issued by a growth company

— margin stock

: stock that may be purchased in a margin account

— no-par value stock

: stock issued with no par value which may be carried for corporate accounting purposes as part of the capital stock or as part of the capital surplus to the extent allowed by law

called also no-par stock

— penny stock

: the stock of a small company not listed on a major exchange and traditionally selling at less than a dollar a share

— preferred stock

: a class of corporate stock whose holders are guaranteed payment of dividends and a share of asset distribution before the holders of common stock but are usually denied voting rights

— Treasury stock

: stock that is reacquired and held by the issuing company (as to increase the market value of traded shares)

— voting stock

: stock (as common stock) entitling the holder to vote in matters of corporate governance

— watered stock

: stock issued with a par value greater than the value of the underlying assets

单词	stock
释义	stock 1 of 3 noun ˈstäk 1 a : a store or supply accumulated or available especially : the inventory of goods of a merchant or manufacturer b(1) : the equipment, materials, or supplies of an establishment (2) : livestock 2 a : the proprietorship element in a corporation usually divided into shares and represented by transferable certificates b : a portion of such stock of one or more companies c : stock certificate 3 : a supporting framework or structure: such as a stocks plural : a device for publicly punishing offenders consisting of a wooden frame with holes in which the feet or feet and hands can be locked b(1) : the wooden part by which a shoulder arm is held during firing (2) : the butt of an implement (such as a whip or fishing rod) (3) : bitstock, brace c : a long beam on a field gun forming the third support point in firing d stocks plural : the frame or timbers holding a ship during construction 4 a(1) : the descendants of one individual : family, lineage of European stock (2) : a compound organism b : the original (such as a person, race, or language) from which others derive : source c : an infraspecific group usually having unity of descent d(1) : a related group of languages (2) : a language family 5 a : liquid in which meat, fish, or vegetables have been simmered that is used as a basis for soup, gravy, or sauce b(1) : raw material from which something is manufactured (2) : paper used for printing c : the portion of a pack of cards not distributed to the players at the beginning of a game 6 a : confidence or faith placed in someone or something put little stock in his testimony b(1) : an estimate or evaluation of something take stock of the situation (2) : the estimation in which someone or something is held his stock with the electorate remains high Newsweek 7 a : the main stem of a plant : trunk b(1) : a plant or plant part united with a scion in grafting and supplying mostly underground parts to a graft (2) : a plant from which slips or cuttings are taken 8 : the production and presentation of plays by a stock company 9 : stock car sense 1 10 : the crosspiece of an anchor see anchor illustration 11 a(1) : the part of a tally formerly given to the creditor in a transaction (2) : a debt or fund due (as from a government) for money loaned at interest also, British : capital or a debt or fund bearing interest in perpetuity and not ordinarily redeemable as to principal b archaic : a supply of capital : funds especially : money or capital invested or available for investment or trading 12 : any of a genus (Matthiola) of Old World herbs or subshrubs of the mustard family with racemes of usually sweet-scented flowers 13 : a wide band or scarf worn about the neck especially by some clergymen 14 a(1) : a dull, stupid, or lifeless person (2) archaic : something without life or consciousness b archaic : stump c archaic : a log or block of wood stock 2 of 3 verb stocked; stocking; stocks transitive verb 1 : to procure or keep a stock of our store stocks that brand 2 : to provide with stock or a stock : supply stock a stream with trout 3 : to fit to or with a stock 4 : to graze (livestock) on land 5 : to make (a domestic animal) pregnant intransitive verb 1 : to put in stock or supplies stock up on canned goods 2 : to send out new shoots stock 3 of 3 adjective 1 a : commonly used or brought forward : standard the stock answer b : kept regularly in stock comes in stock sizes a stock model 2 : employed in handling, checking, or taking care of the stock of merchandise on hand a stock clerk 3 a : kept for breeding purposes : brood a stock mare b : devoted to the breeding and rearing of livestock a stock farm c : used or intended for livestock a stock train d : used in herding livestock a stock horse a stock dog 4 : of or relating to a stock company Phrases in stock : on hand : in the store and ready for delivery out of stock : having no more on hand : completely sold out Synonyms Noun blood clan family folks house kin kindred kinfolk kinfolks kinsfolk line lineage people race tribe Adjective conventional current customary going popular prevailing prevalent standard usual See all Synonyms & Antonyms Example Sentences Noun That camera is out of stock. Do you have any more light bulbs in stock? They carry a large stock of computer software. We built up an ample stock of food before the storm. She always seems to have a fresh stock of funny jokes. The value of his stocks has soared. Most of her money is invested in stocks. Do you own any stock? Verb Our store stocks only the finest goods. Do you stock this item? The bar is stocked with beer, wine and liquor. They stocked the shelves in the store with a variety of imported foods. Adjective Here are the stock patterns you can choose from. She gave a stock answer to the reporter's question. a dull narrative with stock characters That item is a stock model. See More Recent Examples on the Web Noun Not to mention, the combo cleaner previously went viral on TikTok and promptly went out of stock. Melissa Epifano, Peoplemag, 10 Sep. 2022 This is basically saying, as a senior team, with the CEO and the board, what is going to double the value of this company, double the value of the stock, double our market cap, three to four years from now? Sheryl Estrada, Fortune, 6 Sep. 2022 Politico reported that some of the tech parts that Russia seeks could still potentially be accessed easily and smuggled into Russia via unregulated online markets, but other products have long been out of stock globally. Ashley Belanger, Ars Technica, 6 Sep. 2022 Each town would have been told to plan and zone for a certain number of affordable units, based on each town’s wealth, median income compared to other towns in the region, percentage of housing stock that’s multifamily housing, and the poverty rate. Hartford Courant, 30 Aug. 2022 Fiore Higgins was placed in a role in the division of the firm that arranged the lending of stock to hedge funds and other clients who wanted to sell it short. Sheelah Kolhatkar, The New Yorker, 29 Aug. 2022 In 2020, insiders—senior management and the board of directors—owned only 2.5% of AMC’s stock. Jason Zweig, WSJ, 26 Aug. 2022 Eight-five percent of his pay came from vesting of restricted stock. San Diego Union-Tribune, 25 Aug. 2022 Any appreciation of the stock after the date of death value would be considered long-term capital gains. Orlando Sentinel, 25 Aug. 2022 Verb One way to be sure that all your meals are well-rounded is to stock your part of the dorm room with nutrient-dense foods that hit on all three of those all-important macros. Audrey Bruno, SELF, 6 Sep. 2022 With temperatures rising and the July 4th holiday weekend fast approaching, the time is now to stock up on delightful and affordable summer dresses to last the entire season. Laura Jackson, Vogue, 1 July 2022 Our Place rarely takes 25% off, so now is the time to stock up on gorgeous kitchenware staples, from cutlery to bakeware. Wendy Vazquez, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 Aug. 2022 When the iPhone 14 launches, other retailers might still stock the iPhone 11. Chris Smith, BGR, 25 Aug. 2022 Now the world can stock up with Brazi Bites in the freezer, as well as other products like empanadas, Pizza Bites and more! Katarina Avendano, Good Housekeeping, 17 Aug. 2022 For the perfect summer treat, stock up on a few cartons and stain your fingers purple with some of our favorite blueberry dessert recipes from our Recipe Finder. Anna Luisa Rodriguez, Washington Post, 10 Aug. 2022 Roughly 2,300 Dollar Generals across the country currently stock fresh produce, out of more than 18,000 total locations, according to a Dollar General spokeswoman. Rachel Wolfe, WSJ, 1 Aug. 2022 In April and May, hatchery workers stock the tiny fish in Summit, Paxson and Crosswind lakes. Ned Rozell, Anchorage Daily News, 30 July 2022 Adjective And the reassuringly stock characters require no special actorly finesse to bring to life. Ben Brantley, New York Times, 27 Mar. 2020 Anne Carpenter, an owner of an Ace Hardware store in Berkeley, said the retailer doesn’t usually stock air conditioners. Melia Russell, SFChronicle.com, 11 June 2019 The Red Branch production directed by Stephanie Lynn Williams features an endearing cast whose performances make potentially stock characters spring to life. Mike Giuliano, Columbia Flier, 23 Aug. 2017 See More Word History Etymology Noun Middle English stok, from Old English stocc; akin to Old High German stoc stick First Known Use Noun before the 12th century, in the meaning defined at sense 14b Verb 15th century, in the meaning defined at transitive sense 5 Adjective 1625, in the meaning defined at sense 1b Phrases Containing stock common stock capital stock lock, stock, and barrel joint-stock company in stock housing stock place/put stock in stock company stock boy stock cube stock option stock market stock saddle stock-still stock up take stock treasury stock tracking stock penny stock preferred stock stock-in-trade stock car rolling stock stock certificate stock split seed stock stock exchange summer stock stock dividend out of stock See More common stock capital stock lock, stock, and barrel joint-stock company in stock housing stock place/put stock in stock company stock boy stock cube stock option stock market stock saddle stock-still stock up take stock treasury stock tracking stock penny stock preferred stock stock-in-trade stock car rolling stock stock certificate stock split seed stock stock exchange summer stock stock dividend out of stock See More Kids Definition stock 1 of 3 noun ˈstäk 1 : the whole supply or amount on hand Our stock of food is running low. 2 stocks plural : a wooden frame with holes to hold the feet or the feet and hands once used to punish a wrongdoer publicly 3 : the wooden part by which a rifle or shotgun is held against the shoulder during firing 4 : the source from which others descend : ancestry He is of Irish stock. 5 : farm animals : livestock, cattle 6 : a part ownership in a business that can be traded independently 7 : liquid in which meat, fish, or vegetables have been simmered stock 2 of 3 verb stocked; stocking 1 : to provide with or get supplies especially for future use I'm stocking up on groceries. 2 : to get or keep a supply of That store stocks only the best goods. stock 3 of 3 adjective 1 : kept regularly in supply especially for sale The window comes in stock sizes. 2 : commonly used : standard He gave a stock answer. Medical Definition stock noun ˈstäk : a population, colony, or culture of organisms used for scientific research or medical purposes smallpox virus stocks retained for research into new vaccines and treatments against smallpox Legal Definition stock noun 1 a : the equipment, materials, or supplies of a business b : a store or supply accumulated especially : the inventory of the goods of a merchant or manufacturer 2 : the ownership element in a corporation usually divided into shares and represented by transferable certificates also : the certificate evidencing ownership of one or more shares of stock — capital stock : the stock that a corporation may issue under its charter including both common and preferred stock : the outstanding shares of a joint stock company considered as an aggregate : capitalization sense 4 — common stock : a class of stock whose holders share in company profits (as through dividends) on a pro rata basis, may vote for directors and on important matters such as mergers, and may have limited access to information not publicly available — cumulative preferred stock : preferred stock whose holders are entitled to the payment of cumulative dividends as well as current dividends before common stockholders are paid — growth stock : stock issued by a growth company — margin stock : stock that may be purchased in a margin account — no-par value stock : stock issued with no par value which may be carried for corporate accounting purposes as part of the capital stock or as part of the capital surplus to the extent allowed by law called also no-par stock — penny stock : the stock of a small company not listed on a major exchange and traditionally selling at less than a dollar a share — preferred stock : a class of corporate stock whose holders are guaranteed payment of dividends and a share of asset distribution before the holders of common stock but are usually denied voting rights — Treasury stock : stock that is reacquired and held by the issuing company (as to increase the market value of traded shares) — voting stock : stock (as common stock) entitling the holder to vote in matters of corporate governance — watered stock : stock issued with a par value greater than the value of the underlying assets stock 1 of 3 noun 1 as in family a group of persons who come from the same ancestor the bride comes from good stock Synonyms & Similar Words Relevance family house tribe clan race folks lineage people household kin blood line descendant kindred dynasty relative kinfolk blended family kinsfolk nuclear family descendent extended family seed kinfolks brood scion issue progeny offspring kith kinsman clansman kinswoman Antonyms & Near Antonyms origin extraction birth descent pedigree ancestry 2 as in idiot a stupid person just sat there like a stock, staring at me blankly whenever I asked him a question Synonyms & Similar Words idiot moron natural dummy dip stupid turkey noodle goose loser mutt hammerhead donkey dope lunatic woodenhead prat gander fool dumbbell saphead bonehead yahoo dim bulb cuddie airhead deadhead knucklehead lump hardhead pinhead stupe golem thickhead dumb cluck clown villain chowderhead blockhead ignoramus dolt numskull nincompoop clodpoll jerk noddy cuddy cluck cretin clodpole dunderhead dullard clunk dodo imbecile lunkhead ninnyhammer goof schnook goon ninny loon dunce bubblehead meathead mug jackass nit skunk numbskull dork dimwit nut yo-yo simpleton mome dumbhead loggerhead schlub fathead chucklehead doofus clot lamebrain nimrod snake dum-dum know-nothing ratbag birdbrain shlub loony oaf dummkopf nitwit half-wit zany madman beast booby buffoon creep featherbrain heel gawk cur cad stinker scatterbrain boor churl Antonyms & Near Antonyms brain genius sage intellect intellectual wizard thinker whiz Renaissance man sharpie polymath sharpy See More 3 as in confidence firm belief in the integrity, ability, effectiveness, or genuineness of someone or something don't put any stock in her promises—she'll just tell you what she thinks you want to hear Synonyms & Similar Words confidence trust faith acceptance credence certainty conviction assurance credit reliance surety certitude hope dependence positiveness sureness assuredness dependance Antonyms & Near Antonyms distrust mistrust uncertainty disbelief doubt suspicion incredulity skepticism incertitude unbelief distrustfulness disenchantment nonconfidence misgiving dubiety disillusionment mistrustfulness disillusion dubiousness uncertainness misdoubt See More 4 as in ancestry the line of ancestors from whom a person is descended his family is of mixed northern European stock Synonyms & Similar Words ancestry lineage pedigree breeding origin family genealogy extraction descent blood strain line parentage birth family tree bloodline house race relations succession relatives kin kindred heredity Antonyms & Near Antonyms seed issue progeny offspring posterity heir son successor child inheritor See More 5 as in supply the number of individuals or amount of something available at any given time the new study adds to the general stock of knowledge about genetic disorders Synonyms & Similar Words supply inventory repertoire pool reservoir fund budget source reserve replacement resource stockpile hoard force cache pot mine spring purse renewal refill kitty well nest egg fountain wellspring stock 2 of 3 adjective as in current accepted, used, or practiced by most people the conversation became interesting once we got beyond the stock niceties and observations about the weather Synonyms & Similar Words current conventional usual prevailing customary standard going popular prevalent average normal ordinary regular universal routine everyday common widespread epidemic accustomed in ubiquitous fashionable stylish wonted modish Antonyms & Near Antonyms unusual abnormal exceptional unpopular nonstandard uncommon extraordinary unconventional See More stock 3 of 3 verb 1 as in to store Synonyms & Similar Words store supply rig furnish outfit provision portion present donate equip distribute dole out kit (up or out) hand out contribute dispense allot gird accoutre prorate bestow apportion allocate arm parcel (out) accouter deal (out) give fit (out) prepare assign fortify mete (out) refit refurnish reequip reoutfit Antonyms & Near Antonyms strip deprive divest dispossess 2 as in to range Synonyms & Similar Words range feed forage pasture eat overgraze nibble graze browse rustle
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