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odd-lotter

American  
[od-lot-er] / ˈɒdˈlɒt ər /
Or odd lotter

noun

  1. a person who buys or sells odd lots.


Etymology

Origin of odd-lotter

First recorded in 1965–70; odd lot + -er 1

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If the odd-lotter is selling, reasons Drew, somebody must be buying.

From Time Magazine Archive

The characteristic odd-lotter, says Drew, does not buy when the market soars and stories on it begin to land on the front pages.

From Time Magazine Archive

Since brokers often act as if they are doing him a favor by accepting his money, the odd-lotter frequently feels like odd man out.

From Time Magazine Archive

Many brokers believe that Drew does not do the odd-lotter justice.

From Time Magazine Archive

Even Drew himself admits that while the odd-lotter may be slow to recognize short-term trends, he has done well over the long run, if he held onto his stocks.

From Time Magazine Archive

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