Exercise

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Definition: Exercise


Exercise


What is the dictionary definition of Exercise?

Dictionary Definition


  1. To implement the rights of an option, by buying (in the case of call options) or selling (in the case of put options) the underlying asset.
  2. To exchange a right or warrant for the appropriate amount of stock.

Full Definition of Exercise


Exercise. An option is the right to buy or sell a security or asset at a specified price at some future time. To exercise an option is to carry out the transaction specified in the option.


Related Phrases


abandon
aggregate exercise price
called away
capped-style option
early exercise
dilutive
convertible
expiration date
strike price
lapsed option
lookback option
automatic exercise


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Definition Sources


Definitions for Exercise are sourced/syndicated and enhanced from:

  • A Dictionary of Economics (Oxford Quick Reference)
  • Oxford Dictionary Of Accounting
  • Oxford Dictionary Of Business & Management

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