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Definition:

A stakeholder refers to an individual, group, or organization that has a vested interest or concern in a particular project, organization, or system.

Part of Speech:

Noun

Senses:

1. Neutral Sense:

In a neutral sense, a stakeholder is someone who can affect or be affected by the activities, decisions, or outcomes of a project or organization.

Example Sentence: The stakeholders of the company include employees, customers, shareholders, and the local community.

2. Business Sense:

In a business context, a stakeholder refers to an individual or entity that holds a stake or interest in a company's success and has the potential to impact the company's objectives.

Example Sentence: The stakeholders of the new product launch include the marketing team, the production department, and the company's investors.

3. Legal Sense:

In a legal context, a stakeholder refers to a person or entity that has a legitimate interest or concern in a particular legal matter or case.

Example Sentence: The stakeholders in the ongoing legal dispute include the plaintiffs, defendants, and their respective legal representatives.

Usages:

Popular Usage:

In popular usage, the term "stakeholder" is commonly used to refer to any individual or group with an interest or involvement in a specific matter.

Example Sentence: The stakeholders in the debate over healthcare reform include doctors, patients, insurance providers, and policymakers.

Local Usage:

In local usage, stakeholders often refer to community members or organizations directly impacted by a particular issue or project within a specific geographic area.

Example Sentence: The stakeholders in the construction of the new park are the nearby residents, local businesses, and environmental advocacy groups.

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