Meaning of the word "index fund" in English

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index fund

US /ˈɪn.deks ˌfʌnd/
UK /ˈɪn.deks ˌfʌnd/
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Noun

1.

a type of mutual fund or exchange-traded fund (ETF) with a portfolio constructed to match or track the components of a market index, such as the S&P 500

Example:
Investing in an index fund is often recommended for long-term growth.
She prefers low-cost index funds over actively managed ones.
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