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Meaning of the word "capital gain" in English

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capital gain

US /ˈkæp.ɪ.təl ˌɡeɪn/
UK /ˈkæp.ɪ.təl ˌɡeɪn/
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Noun

1.

a profit from the sale of property or of an investment.

Example:
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He made a significant capital gain from selling his shares.
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Capital gains are often subject to taxation.
Synonym:
profitgainreturnyieldearnings
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