silent partner

silent partner

noun
a partner taking no active part in the conduct of a business.


Origin:
1820–30, Americanism
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Silent partner is always a great word to know.
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a calculus or concretion found in the stomach or intestines of certain animals, esp. ruminants, formerly reputed to be an effective remedy for poison.
an extraordinary or unusual thing, person, or event; an exceptional example or instance.
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silent partner
 
n
(US), (Canadian) Also called (in Britain and certain other countries): sleeping partner a partner in a business who does not play an active role, esp one who supplies capital

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