Meaning of the word ltd in English

What does ltd mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

ltd

US /lɪmˈɪtɪd/
UK /ˌel.tiːˈdiː/
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Abbreviation

used after the name of a company to show that it is a limited company

Example:
The company, Smith & Sons Ltd, announced its annual results.
She works for a publishing company called Global Books Ltd.