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The definition of equity
6 Definitions of: equity
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- noun, the quality of being impartial or reasonable; fairness
- noun, an impartial or fair act, decision, etc
- noun, law a system of jurisprudence founded on principles of natural justice and fair conduct. It supplements the common law and mitigates its inflexibility, as by providing a remedy where none exists at law
- noun, law an equitable right or claim
- noun, the interest of ordinary shareholders in a company
- noun, the market value of a debtor's property in excess of all debts to which it is liable
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| Synonyms: | reasonable, integrity, honesty, fair, justice, fair play, righteous, rectitude, even-handed, fair-minded | And more... |
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| Antonyms: | unfair |
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©HarperCollins 2008. Collins English Dictionary definition of equity