stock

supply

1. C1CountableUncountable

   a quantity of something that is available for use or sale

   • With winter just halfway through, the reserves of food are already running low.

   • The local store maintains a substantial supply of postcards and travel guides.

   • Much of the city's residential properties are over a century old.

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2. B2Uncountable

   the total quantity of goods or a specific type of goods available in a store

   • This shop is clearing out its old inventory at extremely low prices.

   • We are scheduled to receive our new goods on Friday.

   • The new edition is currently available/unavailable at most major bookstores.

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money

1. Uncountable

   the capital a company raises by issuing shares

   • They possess twenty percent of the company's total equity.

2. CountableUncountable

   a portion of a company's ownership that can be purchased by the public

   • Yesterday, stock values decreased amidst heavy trading.

   • She actively engages in the buying and selling of stocks and shares.

   • Investors are keenly observing the company's stock performance.

3. CountableUncountable

   money that people invest in the government, producing a fixed rate of interest

   • government bonds

   • Investors are considering diversifying their portfolio with government securities.

liquid

1. Uncountable

   a flavorful liquid made by simmering meat, fish bones, or vegetables in water, used to enhance the taste of food

   • vegetable/beef/chicken broth

   • The chef uses homemade vegetable stock to enhance the flavor of the soup.

   • This recipe calls for seafood stock to prepare the paella.

animals

1. Uncountable

   animals raised on a farm, such as cows or sheep

   • The farmer is responsible for the care of their livestock.

   • The vast land is sufficient to support a large stock of cattle.

opinion

1. Uncountableformal

   the level of popularity and respect a person or organization holds

   • Currently, the prime minister's reputation is at a high/low point.

   • The company's reputation suffered severely after the scandal broke.

origin

1. Uncountableformal

   the origin or lineage of a person or animal

   • He is an American with Irish ancestry.

   • Her lineage traces back to peasants/nobles.

   • Some of the animals will be retained for breeding purposes.

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handle

1. Countable

   the handle or support of a tool, particularly the part of a gun resting against the shoulder

   • The wooden handle of the tool is very smooth.

   • The rifle's stock has been refinished to look like new.

plant

1. Countable

   a fragrant garden plant with colorful blooms

   • She planted several stocks in her garden.

   • Stocks are known for their delicate fragrance and vibrant blossoms.

1. C1Transitive

   If a shop or factory stocks something, it keeps a supply of it.

   • Most supermarkets keep a variety of wines in stock.

   • This bookstore stocks a wide array of literary works.

   • Farmers' markets usually stock fresh, seasonal produce.

2. Transitive

   to fill something like a cupboard or shelves with supplies

   • He works part-time to fill shelves at the local grocery store.

   • I always ensure the fridge is fully stocked before my sister comes to visit.

   • The staff is working to stock up the shelves for the upcoming holiday sale.

1. (of an idea, expression, or action) not original because of being used repeatedly; commonplace

   • a common phrase/a typical response

   • "Don't worry - it could be worse," is her go-to phrase whenever anything goes wrong.

   • The explanation they offered was the same stock response, lacking any originality.