share

US /ʃer/
UK /ʃer/
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1.

a part or portion of a larger amount which is divided among a number of people, or to which a number of people contribute

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Everyone received an equal share of the profits.
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She contributed her share to the group project.
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portionallocationquotaslicesegment
2.

one of the equal parts into which a company's capital is divided, entitling the holder to a proportion of the profits.

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He bought 100 shares in the company.
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The value of the shares has increased significantly.
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stockequitybond
1.

have a portion of (something) with another or others

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Let's share the pizza.
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They decided to share a taxi to the airport.
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dividedistributeapportionsplitallocate
2.

tell someone about (something); make known to others

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She likes to share her experiences with others.
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Please share your thoughts on the matter.
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communicateimpartconveydisclosereveal
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