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Term category: General Investing
In 10 words or less: The term given to the investing public (non-professionals).

Definition: A term given to the investing public.  "Wall Street" typically refers to the professionals, while "Main Street" is reserved for ordinary investors.

StockJargon Advice: If you're an investor, you're considered to be a "Main Street" investor.

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