state-funded
|state-fund-ed|
B2
/steɪt ˈfʌndɪd/
government-funded
Etymology
Etymology Information
'state-funded' originates from the combination of 'state,' meaning 'government,' and 'funded,' meaning 'provided with financial resources.'
Historical Evolution
The term 'state-funded' evolved from the concept of government financial support, combining 'state' and 'funded' to describe entities or projects supported by public money.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'financially supported by the government,' and this meaning has remained consistent in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
financed by the government or public funds.
The university offers state-funded scholarships to eligible students.
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Last updated: 2025/03/26 12:39