DIVIDEND

[noun] [C] - (a part of) the profit of a company that is paid to the people who own shares in itDividends will be sent to shareholders on March 31.The massive losses have prevented the company from declaring a dividend this year.(figurative) One dividend (= additional advantage) of using recycled materials is that they can be slightly cheaper.(figurative) Studying hard at university and getting good results will pay dividends (= produce advantages) when you start work - you'll earn more and have a wider choice of jobs.