fund

/fʌnd/

Definitions

1. noun

a sum of money set aside for a specific purpose, especially for investment, charitable giving, or business operations.

“The university established a fund to support students from low-income backgrounds.”

2. verb

to provide or supply money for something, especially a business or charitable activity.

“The company will fund the new project with an initial investment of $1 million.”

3. verb

to supply or provide something, especially money, for a particular purpose or activity.

“The government will fund the construction of a new highway.”

4. noun

a source of support or supply for something.

“The city has become a key fund for the startup company.”

5. noun

a financial organization that invests or lends money to other organizations or individuals.

“The fund specializes in investing in emerging technologies.”

Synonyms

  • capital
  • endowment
  • resource

Antonyms

  • debt
  • liability