noun
equity
ownership value in a company or property after debts
In more detail
1. (noun) the quality of being fair and treating people equally
2. (noun) the value of a property or business after subtracting debts owed on it
3. (noun) stocks or shares of a company
Examples
- 1. The school is committed to equity by providing support to all students regardless of their background.
- 2. After paying off the mortgage, they built up significant equity in their home.
- 3. She owns equity in three different tech companies.
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