Fund Definition

fund
noun
  1. a reserve of money set aside for some purpose
  2. a supply of something available for future use; "he brought back a large store of Cuban cigars"
  3. a financial institution that sells shares to individuals and invests in securities issued by other companies
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"

"Fund" in song lyrics

See how fund is used in real songs:

  • "That's a trust fund."
    Aesop Rock f/ El-P, Camu Tao — Rickety Rackety
  • "These labels need to setup a fund"
    Apathy f/ Celph Titled, Majik Most — Mother Molesters Freestyle
  • "Extortion, call it the fresh air fund"
    Fes Taylor — Wolf Pack Anthem

Words that rhyme with fund

Usage tips for "fund"

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