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fund
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- pronunciation:
- fuhnd
- features:
- Word Explorer, Word Parts
| part of speech: |
noun |
| definition 1: |
A fund is a supply of money that has been collected and is being saved for a particular purpose. A fund can grow larger if more money is added to it. A fund can get smaller or disappear if the money is used for its purpose.
The kind neighbors created a fund to help out the family whose house was destroyed by the tornado, and many other neighbors contributed.Joe's parents put money every week into a fund for when they retire. |
| definition 2: |
When people talk about "funds," they mean money that they can use right away.
The project to clean up the river is being paid for with funds from the government. |
| related words: |
bank, budget, capital, charity, mine, wealth |
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