Financing
ˈfaɪnænsɪŋ
Definitions
2 meaningsThe act of providing financial resources for a venture, project, or business.
ˈfaɪnænsɪŋ
The activity of providing funds for a business or project.
The startup is seeking financing from venture capitalists.
💡 Simply: It's like getting the money needed to start or continue something big, like opening a store or buying a house. The financing helps make it happen.
👶 For kids: Giving money to help someone buy something or do something.
More Examples
The university secured financing for a new research facility.
The bank offers various financing options for small businesses.
How It's Used
"The company secured financing for its expansion."
"Arranging financing for a home purchase can be a complex process."
In the process of providing the funds or capital necessary for something.
ˈfaɪnænsɪŋ
The act of providing funds.
The company is financing the development of a new technology.
💡 Simply: Giving money to something, like a company project or even your own education, it's what's called financing it. Basically, you are using money to make something happen.
👶 For kids: Helping with money to pay for something.
More Examples
The government is financing the construction of a new highway.
They are financing their trip with a bank loan.
How It's Used
"They are financing the project through a combination of loans and equity."
"She is financing her education with student loans."
Synonyms & Antonyms
Antonyms
Idioms & expressions
Debt financing
The act of raising capital through the issuance of debt, such as bonds or loans.
"Debt financing is a common method for companies to fund large projects."
Equity financing
The act of raising capital through the sale of equity, such as shares of stock.
"Equity financing allows companies to avoid taking on debt."
Venture financing
Financing provided to startups or early-stage companies that are considered high-risk but also have high growth potential.
"Venture financing is a key source of capital for many technology companies."
From French *financer* ('to finance'), which is derived from *finance* ('a payment of money') and ultimately from the late Latin *finis* ('end, payment'). The word has been used in English since the late 19th century, initially in the context of banking and business.
The term 'financing' gained prominence during the late 19th and early 20th centuries with the rise of industrialization and the need for capital to fund large-scale projects.
Memory tip
Think of the money flowing to start or support something.
Word Origin
"To provide funds"