Entry 1 sense Webster, 1913 Shareholder /(shâr"hōld`ẽr)/ · Share·hold·er · IPA /ˈʃɛɹˌhoʊl.dɚ/ 01 n. One who holds or owns a share or shares in a joint fund or property. 1. One who holds or owns a share or shares in a joint fund or property.