VDict - Definition of endowment

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endowment

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Noun

the act of endowing with a permanent source of income
- his generous endowment of the laboratory came just in the nick of time

the capital that provides income for an institution

natural abilities or qualities

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endowment fund gift talent natural endowment

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Words contain "endowment" in its definition in English - English (Wordnet) dictionary:
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