1
: fully and unconditionally guaranteed as a legal right, benefit, or privilege
the vested benefits of the pension plan
2
: having a vest
a vested suit
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Airbnb has a vested interest in these times when demand for accommodations is higher, such as over holiday weekends.
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Alexis Simmerman, Austin American Statesman, 1 July 2025
The transactions were conducted June 9-11 and represented about 25% of his holdings, including equity and vested options.
—Nick Wells,jesse Pound, CNBC, 16 June 2025
At the same time, certain members of the Stewart family were fighting to maintain their own vested interests in Sly.
—Timothy Crouse, Rolling Stone, 9 June 2025
Employees often have a vested interest in the success of the company and may be motivated to build on your legacy.
—Lien De Pau, Forbes.com, 30 June 2025
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Alexis Simmerman, Austin American Statesman, 1 July 2025
The transactions were conducted June 9-11 and represented about 25% of his holdings, including equity and vested options.
—Nick Wells,jesse Pound, CNBC, 16 June 2025
At the same time, certain members of the Stewart family were fighting to maintain their own vested interests in Sly.
—Timothy Crouse, Rolling Stone, 9 June 2025
Employees often have a vested interest in the success of the company and may be motivated to build on your legacy.
—Lien De Pau, Forbes.com, 30 June 2025
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“Vested.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/vested. Accessed 19 Jul. 2025.
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vested
adjective
vest·ed
ˈves-təd 
1
: fully and absolutely established as a right, benefit, or privilege : not dependent on any contingency or condition
specifically
: not subject to forfeiture if employment terminates before retirement
vested pension benefits
2
: having a vested interest
a vested employee
a vested beneficiary
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