Meaning & Definition of word "Unlisted"
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Unlisted
/ˌʌnˈlɪstɪd/
adjective:
- 1. Not included in a list or not publicly announced; not listed in official records.
- Example: The company has several unlisted investments that are not part of their public portfolio.
- 2. Referring to a phone number that is not listed in directory services.
- Example: He has an unlisted phone number to maintain his privacy.
- 3. Describing securities that are not traded on a stock exchange.
- Example: The start-up is currently raising funds through unlisted equity that is not available on the stock market.
Etymology
Derived from the prefix 'un-' meaning 'not' and the word 'listed.'
Common Phrases and Expressions
unlisted number:
A phone number that is not published or publicly available.
unlisted stock:
A stock that is not traded on any public exchange.
Related Words
list:
A series of names or items written or printed consecutively.
directory:
A book or collection of addresses or names.