English Dictionary

dividend

/ˈdɪvɪdɛnd/

noun

(finance) A cash payment of money by a company to its shareholders, usually made periodically (e.g., quarterly or annually). / (arithmetic) A number or expression that is to be divided by another.

The company paid a generous dividend to its shareholders.

意味（1）

(finance) A cash payment of money by a company to its shareholders, usually made periodically (e.g., quarterly or annually).

意味（2）

(arithmetic) A number or expression that is to be divided by another.

In 42 ÷ 3 the dividend is the 42.

意味（3）

(figuratively) Beneficial results from a metaphorical investment (of time, effort, etc.)

His 10,000 hours of practice and recitals eventually paid dividends when he become first-chair violinist.