UNDERLYING Definition

UNDERLYING is the security, cash commodity, forward, futures contract, swap, or other contract or instrument that is the subject of a derivative contract or instrument.

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CHECKING ACCOUNT is an account at a bank or savings and loan from which an individual can withdraw money by check, ATM card or debit card.

QUALITY is a degree or grade of excellence or worth; can be highly subjective.

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