pre-funded
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/priːˈfʌndɪd/
(pre-fund)
funded in advance
Etymology
Etymology Information
'pre-funded' originates from the prefix 'pre-' meaning 'before' and the word 'funded' from 'fund,' which means 'to provide financial resources.'
Historical Evolution
'pre-funded' evolved from the combination of 'pre-' and 'funded' to describe financial arrangements made in advance.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'funded in advance,' and this meaning has remained consistent in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
having funds allocated or provided in advance.
The project was pre-funded to ensure smooth execution.
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