overfunding
|o-ver-fund-ing|
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/ˌoʊvərˈfʌndɪŋ/
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/ˌəʊvəˈfʌndɪŋ/
(overfund)
excessive funding
Etymology
Etymology Information
'overfund' originates from the prefix 'over-' meaning 'excessive' and the root 'fund' meaning 'to provide financial resources'.
Historical Evolution
'Overfund' evolved from the combination of 'over-' and 'fund' in modern English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to provide more funds than necessary', and this meaning has remained consistent.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the act of providing more funds than necessary or required.
The project suffered from overfunding, leading to inefficient use of resources.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45