stakeholder

noun

stake·​hold·​er ˈstāk-ˌhōl-dər 

1

: a person entrusted with the stakes of bettors

2

: one that has a stake in an enterprise

3

: one who is involved in or affected by a course of action

stakeholding

ˈstāk-ˌhōl-diŋ 

noun

Examples of stakeholder in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

This includes a wide array of stakeholders, including adults, children, therapists, policymakers, regulators, and many others. —Lance Eliot, Forbes, 2 Nov. 2024

The big picture: Corporate affairs work has become more common within traditional public relation offerings as stakeholder needs grow. —Eleanor Hawkins, Axios, 1 Nov. 2024

That’s exactly the kind of simplicity and plain speaking that all stakeholders need. —Phil Wahba, Fortune, 31 Oct. 2024

Decision-making and strategic execution proved difficult with so many stakeholders involved. —Dade Hayes, Deadline, 31 Oct. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

1708, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Legal Definition

stakeholder

noun

stake·​hold·​er ˈstāk-ˌhōl-dər 

1

: a person holding property or owing an obligation that is claimed by two or more adverse claimants and who has no claim to or interest in the property or obligation

2

: a person having an interest or share in a commercial undertaking