fund meaning and definition

FUND noun

Definition of fund (noun)

1. a reserve of money set aside for some purpose
   • synonyms: monetary fund
2. a supply of something available for future use
   • "he brought back a large store of Cuban cigars"
   • synonyms: stock, store
3. a financial institution that sells shares to individuals and invests in securities issued by other companies
   • synonyms: investment company, investment firm, investment trust

FUND verb

Definition of fund (verb)

1. convert (short-term floating debt) into long-term debt that bears fixed interest and is represented by bonds
2. place or store up in a fund for accumulation
3. provide a fund for the redemption of principal or payment of interest
4. invest money in government securities
5. accumulate a fund for the discharge of a recurrent liability
   • "fund a medical care plan"
6. furnish money for
   • "The government funds basic research in many areas"