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Meaning of the word funds in English

What does funds mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

funds

US /ˈfʌndz/

Verb

1.

provide with money for a particular purpose.

Example:
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the World Bank refused to fund the project
Synonym:
financebackcapitalizesponsorsubsidizeunderwriteendowsupportfloatmaintainbankrollstake

Noun

1.

a sum of money saved or made available for a particular purpose.

Example:
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he had set up a fund to coordinate economic investment
Synonym:
collectionkittyreservepoolpurseendowmentfoundationtrustcharitygrantinvestmentcapitalsavingsnest eggstash
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fundfundinghedge fundpension fundmutual fundindex fundInternational Monetary Fund