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 campaign, which should feature input from administration officials, industry stakeholders, and health care professionals — from white coats to the White House — must address the unique challenges faced by this population. —Ken McEldowney, STAT, 8 May 2024

Trusted by stakeholders to deliver industry expertise and strategic business acumen, the company offers a variety of services including hotel valuation and acquisition, ownership consulting, hotel and revenue management, branding, property development, and planning. —Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 8 May 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