TechnologyJuly 7, 2026

solicitation

/səˌlɪsɪˈteɪʃən/

Definition

The act of formally requesting, inviting, or urging someone to purchase a product or engage in a financial transaction.

Etymology

Derived from the Latin 'sollicitare,' meaning to stir up or disturb, which evolved through Old French to imply a persistent request or entreaty.

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In this article, the term is used in a legal disclaimer to clarify that the provided information is not an invitation or offer for readers to buy or sell specific financial instruments.

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