short seller; bear; nominal; ineffective
Meanings
2 senses · 8 examplesnoun
short seller; bear (in finance)
formalA financial term for someone who sells an asset they do not yet own, anticipating a price drop to buy it back later at a lower price for profit. Opposite of '多头' (bull/long position).
This trader is an experienced short seller.
Market rumors suggest a large number of bears are shorting this company's stock.
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The battle between bears and bulls is often intense.
He is known as the 'King of the Bears' for his successful short selling.
adjective
nominal; in name only; ineffective
neutralDescribes something that exists in name but lacks substance, power, or genuine effect. Often used to criticize hollow titles or gestures.
He's just a manager in name only, with no real authority.
Don't give me empty promises; show some real action.
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That political position is completely a nominal post.
He offered me a hollow favor and won't actually help at all.