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Bankrolled: meaning, definitions and examples

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bankrolled

 

[ ˈbæŋkroʊld ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

financial support

Bankrolled refers to the act of providing financial backing or funding for a project, venture, or individual. It is often associated with investors or sponsors who support a particular cause or initiative through monetary contributions.

Synonyms

financed, funded, sponsored, supported

Examples of usage

  • She bankrolled the start-up to help it get off the ground.
  • The film was bankrolled by several wealthy investors.
  • He was bankrolled by his parents while pursuing his dreams.
  • The charity was bankrolled through donations from the community.

Translations

Translations of the word "bankrolled" in other languages:

🇵🇹 financiado

🇮🇳 फंड किया गया

🇩🇪 finanziert

🇮🇩 dibiayai

🇺🇦 фінансований

🇵🇱 finansowany

🇯🇵 資金提供された

🇫🇷 financé

🇪🇸 financiado

🇹🇷 finanse edilmiş

🇰🇷 자금 지원된

🇸🇦 ممول

🇨🇿 financovaný

🇸🇰 financovaný

🇨🇳 资助的

🇸🇮 financiran

🇮🇸 fjármagnað

🇰🇿 қаржыландырылған

🇬🇪 დაფინანსებული

🇦🇿 maliyyələşdirilmiş

🇲🇽 financiado

Word origin

The term 'bankrolled' originates from the combination of two words: 'bank' and 'roll.' The word 'bank' has its roots in the Italian word 'banca,' which refers to a bench or table used by moneylenders. In the context of finance, it conveys the idea of a financial institution or place where monetary transactions occur. The word 'roll' comes from the concept of rolling up funds or capital to support an initiative. The use of 'bankrolled' signifies a transition from simple financial backing to a more significant and often more complex relationship between the financier and the funded project. The term gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly in the entertainment and startup industries, where individuals and companies seek investors to support their endeavors.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #38,744, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.