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odd lot

noun · 3 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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1

noun

Meaning 1

A block of shares of stock that is not a multiple of some number, usually 100.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Topics: business, finance

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Meaning relationships

Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

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noun

Meaning 2

A set of leftover goods, of a quantity less than an evenly divisible shippable unit, often sold at reduced price.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Topics: economics, sciences

Examples

  • Everard liked to shop at the stores specializing in odd lots down by the docks, as he was a cheapskate.

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: closeout, remainder

Antonyms: none provided

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noun

Meaning 3

An incomplete set or collection or assorted mix of items.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: broadly, figuratively

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Antonyms: none provided

History

Etymology

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Across languages

Translations

1 source translations are retained for this English entry.

  • Finnish: jäännöserä — set of leftover goods