greenshoe

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. An option that allows underwriters to short-sell shares in a registered securities offering at the offering price.

Word forms

greenshoe greenshoes

Etymology

From green + shoe, after the Green Shoe Manufacturing Company.

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