noun
underwriter
Underwriter (noun) means a company or person that takes on a financial risk.
noun
1
A company or person that takes on a financial risk.
2
Someone employed by an insurance company who sets up and approves policies for customers or brokers.
3
An organisation or person that agrees to sell newly issued securities.
"They were the underwriters of the company's shares, but only on a "best efforts" basis."
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Etymology
Formed from underwrite and -er.
Synonyms
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insurer
Rhymes for underwriter
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Frequently asked questions
What is the meaning of underwriter?
"underwriter" (noun) means a company or person that takes on a financial risk.
What is another word for underwriter?
Other words for "underwriter" include insurer.
What are the different meanings of underwriter?
"underwriter" has 3 main meanings: 1. A company or person that takes on a financial risk; 2. Someone employed by an insurance company who sets up and approves policies for customers or brokers; 3. An organisation or person that agrees to sell newly issued securities.
