Definition of stocks Stocks

/stɑˈks/ - [staks] - stocks

We found 9 definitions of stocks from 6 different sources.

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What does stocks mean?

WordNet

WordNet by Princeton University

Noun

Singular: stock

stocks - a former instrument of punishment consisting of a heavy timber frame with holes in which the feet (and sometimes the hands) of an offender could be locked
  instrument of punishment an instrument designed and used to punish a condemned person
stocks - a frame for constraining an animal while it is receiving veterinary attention or while being shod
  framework a structure supporting or containing something
stocks - a frame that supports a boat while it is under construction
  framework a structure supporting or containing something
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Marine DictionaryUniversal Dictionary of the Marine ⚓️

  • stocks
    a frame erected on the shore of a river, or harbour, whereon to build shipping. It generally consists of a number of wooden blocks, ranged parallel to each other, at convenient distances, and with a gradual declivity towards the water. See LANCHING.

Sailor's Word-BookThe Sailor's Word-Book

  • stocks
    A frame of blocks and shores whereon to build shipping. It has a gradual declivity towards the water.

Foolish DictionaryThe Foolish Dictionary 🤡

  • stocks
    An unreliable commodity bought and sold by gamblers. If you win, it's an investment; if you lose, a speculation.

Part of speech

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  • stocks, verb, present, 3rd person singular of stock (infinitive).
  • stocks, noun, plural of stock.

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