endowment

US /ɪnˈdaʊ.mənt/
UK /ɪnˈdaʊ.mənt/
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1.

an income or form of property given or bequeathed to an institution, typically a college or university, and used to fund its operations.

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The university's large endowment allows it to offer many scholarships.
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The museum relies heavily on its endowment for operational costs.
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fundgrantbequestdonationlegacy
2.

a quality or ability possessed or inherited by someone.

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Her natural endowment for music was evident from a young age.
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He was blessed with a rare endowment of intelligence and wit.
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talentgiftabilityaptitudefaculty