Phrase guide

stop loss order

noun · 1 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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noun

Meaning 1

A conditional order placed with a stockbroker (or similar) to close one's position if the market drops (or rises in some cases) to a specified price level.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Topics: business, finance, stock-market

Examples

  • The shares are currently trading at $4.40 and he has issued a stop loss order to sell if they fall to $4.20.

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: stop order

Antonyms: none provided

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