definition of
fund

[1] #1 fund n. [monetary fund] a reserve of money set aside for some purpose. wn

[2] #2 fund n. [store, stock] a supply of something available for future use; "he brought back a large store of Cuban cigars". wn

[3] #3 fund v. convert (short-term floating debt) into long-term debt that bears fixed interest and is represented by bonds. wn

[4] #4 fund v. place or store up in a fund for accumulation. wn

[5] #5 fund n. [investment company, investment trust, investment firm] a financial institution that sells shares to individuals and invests in securities issued by other companies. wn