Trading Terms Glossary
Stock market trading comes with its own language — and it can feel overwhelming when you’re starting out. This trading terms glossary breaks down every common term you’ll encounter while trading Indian equities, from basic concepts like support and resistance to more advanced ideas like Open Interest and VWAP, all explained in plain language.
Whether you’re a complete beginner trying to understand your first candlestick chart, or an intermediate trader brushing up on F&O terminology, this glossary is built to be a quick, reliable reference you can come back to anytime.
What’s Covered in This Glossary
Terms are organized by category so you can find what you need quickly:
- Indicators: RSI, MACD, Moving Averages, VWAP, SuperTrend, Bollinger Bands
- Price Action: Support, Resistance, Breakout, Breakdown, Gap Up/Down
- Risk Management: Stop-Loss, Target, Risk:Reward Ratio, Position Sizing
- Trading Styles: Intraday, Swing Trading, Delivery/CNC
- F&O & Leverage: Margin, Futures, Options, Strike Price, Open Interest
- Charges: STT, Brokerage
- Market Rules: Circuit Limits, Upper/Lower Circuit
How to Use This Glossary
Search for any term using the search box, or browse alphabetically using the A-Z filter. Each term includes a clear, jargon-free explanation written specifically for Indian equity market traders.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this glossary specific to Indian markets?
Yes — terms like STT, circuit limits, and CNC/MIS are explained in the context of NSE/BSE trading rules specifically.
How often is this updated?
New terms are added regularly as trading concepts and regulations evolve.
Is this glossary suitable for complete beginners?
Yes — every term is written in plain, simple language without assuming prior trading knowledge.
Can I suggest a term to be added?
Reach out through our Telegram channel and we’ll consider adding it to future updates.
Keep Learning
For deeper, official investor education material, SEBI’s Investor Education portal is a trusted resource for Indian traders and investors. Once you’re comfortable with the terminology here, put it into practice — our Candlestick Pattern Flashcards are a great next step for learning to read price charts.