funds

1. 1
   moneynounplural

   Money that is ready to be used for a particular purpose.

   Like money saved in a jar, ready to spend when you need it.

   The charity raised funds to build a new shelter.

   We don't have enough funds to fix the roof this year.

   UsageSay the funds are low. People raise funds for a cause; it sounds a bit more formal than money.

   Similarmoney, capital, finances, resources, cash

2. 2
   money poolsnoun

   Plural of fund. Use this form when talking about more than one fund.

   The pension funds lost value during the crisis.

   Several relief funds were set up after the flood.

   UsageThese can be counted: two funds, several funds. For money in general, say funds with no number.

   Note
3. 3
   pays forverb

   Third-person singular present of fund. Use it with he, she, or it.

   The government funds many local schools.

   Her company funds research into clean energy.

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