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

The product changes in the Delegated Act update come after stakeholder consultation and public feedback. — Jennifer Bringle, Footwear News, 16 July 2026

Wennerstrom said the renovations have not followed the review process prescribed under Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act, which requires the government to consult with stakeholders over preservation concerns. — Max Grinstein, The Washington Examiner, 16 July 2026

Legislators routinely meet with industry leaders and stakeholders across North Carolina to better understand the issues that come before the General Assembly. — Charlotte Observer, 15 July 2026

With the Regent Phu Quoc, now spearheaded by majority stakeholder IHG, the brand ushered in a new era. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 15 July 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1708, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for stakeholder

• officeholder
• beholder
• bondholder
• cardholder
• freeholder
• householder
• landholder
• leaseholder
• lienholder
• placeholder
• shareholder
• slaveholder

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