option

//ˈɒpʃən//
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Noun

optionsPlural
1

A thing that is or may be chosen; one of several possible choices or alternatives.

We have several options to choose from.

2

The freedom, power, or right to choose something.

You have the option to leave at any time.

3

A contract giving the holder the right, but not the obligation, to buy or sell an asset at a specified price within a specified time period.

He purchased a call option to buy the stock at $50 per share.