overfund
|o/ver/fund|
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/ˌoʊvərˈfʌnd/
🇬🇧
/ˌəʊvəˈfʌnd/
excessive funding
Etymology
Etymology Information
'overfund' originates from English, combining the prefix 'over-' meaning 'excessive' with 'fund' meaning 'to provide financial resources'.
Historical Evolution
'overfund' has remained consistent in its form and meaning since its inception in modern English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to provide excessive financial resources', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
to provide more funds than necessary or required.
The project was overfunded, leading to surplus resources.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:42