Background for holdings

holdings

/ˈhoʊldɪŋz/

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noun

Something that one owns, especially stocks and bonds.

Examples :

"My grandfather's holdings in Apple stock have grown significantly over the years. "

business finance asset economy

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noun

A determination of law made by a court.

Examples :

"The Supreme Court's recent holdings on free speech have significantly impacted how universities regulate student protests. "

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A tenure; a farm or other estate held of another.

Examples :

"Mr. Peterson's holdings consisted of a small apple orchard and a section of pastureland that he leased from the wealthy landowner. "

property agriculture economy

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noun

That which holds, binds, or influences.

Examples :

"The company's holdings in renewable energy sources give it significant influence in the market. "

asset property finance business

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noun

Logic; consistency.

Examples :

"Her argument lacked holdings; one minute she supported the policy, the next she criticized it. "

logic philosophy

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noun

The burden or chorus of a song.

Examples :

"The ballad singer carefully memorized the holdings, repeating the catchy phrase "Home, Sweet Home" after each verse. "

music literature

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(in texts about Russia) A holding company, or other kind of company (by back-translation from Russian холдинг).

Examples :

"The Russian conglomerate Gazprom controls many energy companies; these holdings represent a significant portion of the Russian economy. "

business finance economy organization