stakeholder

Etymology

From stake + holder.

noun

  1. A person holding the stakes of bettors, with the responsibility of delivering the pot to the winner of the bet.
  2. An escrow agent or custodian.
  3. (law) A person filing an interpleader action, such as a garnishee or trustee, who acknowledges possession of property that is owed to one or more of several other claimants.
  4. (business) A person or organisation with a legitimate interest in a given situation, action or enterprise.
    Thames Valley Chamber of Commerce (TVCC) and other stakeholders are now increasingly concerned about the risks of delay and urging progress on a project with a strong economic, commercial and environmental case. 2019 October, Ruth Bagley tells James Abbott, “Crunch time for Heathrow western link”, in Modern Railways, page 74

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