locked-in


locked–in

adj \ˈläkt-ˈin\

Definition of LOCKED-IN

1
: not subject to adjustment : fixed <locked–in interest rates>
2
: unable or unwilling to shift invested funds because of the tax effect of realizing capital gains

First Known Use of LOCKED-IN

1952

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