limited partner

noun

: a partner in a venture who has no management authority and whose liability is restricted to the amount of their investment compare general partner

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Ultimately, top-notch investors are supposed to exit companies and give money back to their limited partners. Ben Weiss, Fortune, 16 Apr. 2026 Ein, who is a limited partner in the Washington Commanders, pointed to the ongoing renovation of the city’s RFK stadium site for the NFL team that is expected to be completed by 2030, as an example of what could be successful in helping to revive the local economy. Pradnya Joshi, semafor.com, 13 Apr. 2026 The tour is also exploring limited partner sales for two of its franchises in 2026, having retained Citi’s Global Sports Advisory to assist with the process. Justin Birnbaum, Sportico.com, 9 Apr. 2026 One of my proudest accomplishments has been becoming a minority owner and limited partner of the Falcons. Zac Ntim, Deadline, 1 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for limited partner

Word History

First Known Use

1824, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of limited partner was in 1824

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“Limited partner.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/limited%20partner. Accessed 29 Apr. 2026.

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