Bondholder
/ˈbɑndˌhoʊldər/
Definitions
- (n.) An individual or entity that owns a bond, entitling them to receive interest payments and repayment of principal.
The bondholder demanded timely interest payments as stipulated in the bond agreement.
Forms
- bondholder
- bondholders
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Commentary
The term specifically refers to holders of debt securities and implies creditor status with contractual rights to interest and principal repayment.
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