Yield

/jiːld/

Meaning & Definition

noun
the amount produced or generated, especially in an agricultural, economic, or financial context.
The yield from the apple trees was particularly high this season.
a measure of the return on an investment, typically expressed as a percentage.
The bond had a yield of 5%, making it an attractive option for investors.
verb
to produce or provide (a natural, agricultural, or economic product)
The farm yields a large crop of corn every year.
to give up or surrender (something) to another; to concede or allow.
After much negotiation, she decided to yield her position in the discussion.
to generate a return or gain, especially in financial contexts.
The investment is expected to yield significant profits over the next few years.

Etymology

Middle English: from Old English 'gieldan', of Germanic origin.

Common Phrases and Expressions

yield to temptation
to give in to a desire or urge
yield results
to produce an outcome or result
yield the floor
to allow someone else to speak or take action
yield up
to give up or surrender something
draw yield
to produce or result in some degree of outcome

Related Words

yielding
characterized by giving way or surrendering
yielder
someone or something that produces or gives way
yieldable
capable of yielding or surrendering

Slang Meanings

to give up or back down
He was stubborn at first, but he finally yielded after the discussion.
to accept defeat in a conversation or debate
After debating for hours, she yielded and agreed with his point.