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Stakeholder

//ˈsteɪkˌhəʊl.də// noun

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Noun
  1. 1
    A person holding the stakes of bettors, with the responsibility of delivering the pot to the winner of the bet.
  2. 2
    someone entrusted to hold the stakes for two or more persons betting against one another; must deliver the stakes to the winner wordnet
  3. 3
    A person such as a trustee, escrow agent or garnishee, who holds money or assets under trust for another party in a contractual agreement or as part of a claim.
  4. 4
    A person or organisation with a legitimate interest (a stake) in a given situation, action or enterprise.

    "Thames Valley Chamber of Commerce (TVCC) and other stakeholders are now increasingly concerned about the risks of delay and urging progress on a project with a strong economic, commercial and environmental case."

Etymology

From stake + holder.

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