Definitions

1. noun

a sum of money granted by the government or a public body to help pay for something such as building a road or supporting a particular industry

“The government provided a significant subsidy to the farmers to help them recover from the drought.”

2. noun

a payment made to help someone pay for something

“The company received a subsidy to help it launch its new product.”

3. verb

to help or support someone financially, especially by making a payment

“The government subsidizes low-income families by providing them with free healthcare.”