earnout

English

noun
Definitions
  • (business) A formula by which the management of a company earns a share of the company's share capital by achieving results above pre-determined levels.

Etymology

Compound from English earn + English out (surpassing, beyond, outward, away from).

Origin

English

out

Gloss

surpassing, beyond, outward, away from

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