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TeachMeFinance.com - explain common stock common stock -- A share in the ownership of a corporation. another definition... common stock -- securities that are evidence of proportionate equity or ownership of a corporation, and give the holder an unlimited proportionate interest in the corporation's earnings and assets after claims from creditors and the holders of preferred stock have been met. historic definition... Common stock -- Stock not preferred as to dividends or assets ; sometimes called general or ordinary stock. About the author Mark McCracken Author: Mark McCracken is a corporate trainer and author living in Higashi Osaka, Japan. He is the author of thousands of online articles as well as the Business English textbook, "25 Business Skills in English". Copyright © 2005 by Mark McCracken, All Rights Reserved. TeachMeFinance.com is an informational website, and should not be used as a substitute for professional financial or legal advice. TeachMeFinance.com and its owner recommend consultation with a professional financial advisor prior to any investment or financial decision. Please read our disclaimer.