angel investor (/ˈeɪn.dʒəl ɪnˈves.tər/)
noun · Advanced · Work & Business
🔊 /ˈeɪn.dʒəl ɪnˈves.tər/
Meaning
Meaning: individual who funds startups
A wealthy person who gives money to a new business in its early stages in return for a share of it.
Examples
🗣 An angel investor believed in the idea and gave the founders the money to begin.
Etymology
‘Angel’ was first used for wealthy backers of Broadway shows, later applied to startup investors.
How & Where It’s Used
Used in the startup and investment world.
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Tags: finance, startup