equity equity /ˈɛkwəti/

noun

1. () The difference between the market value of a property and the claims held against it  ( equity )
   the difference between the market value of a property and the claims held against it
    The equity of the property had increased over the years
   The equity of the property had increased over the years
   
2. Conformity with rules or standards  ( equity , fairness )
   conformity with rules or standards
    The judge recognized the fairness of my claim
   the judge recognized the fairness of my claim
   
3. The ownership interest of shareholders in a corporation  ( equity )
   the ownership interest of shareholders in a corporation