self-funded
|self/fund/ed|
B2
/sɛlf ˈfʌndɪd/
(self-fund)
independently financed
Etymology
Etymology Information
'self-funded' originates from the combination of 'self' and 'funded', where 'self' refers to one's own and 'funded' means provided with financial resources.
Historical Evolution
'self-funded' evolved from the concept of 'self-financing', emphasizing personal financial responsibility.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'financed by oneself', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
financed by one's own resources rather than external sources.
The startup is self-funded, relying on the founders' savings.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45