Earmarking: meaning, definitions and examples
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earmarking
[ ˈɪəˌmɑːkɪŋ ]
government finance
The act of setting aside funds for a specific purpose or project, typically done by a government or organization. Earmarking ensures that the allocated funds are used only for the intended purpose.
Synonyms
allocation, appropriation, designating
Examples of usage
- Many governments use earmarking to fund infrastructure projects.
- Earmarking of funds for healthcare has become a common practice.
politics
To designate or set aside funds for a specific purpose, often in a budget or financial plan. Earmarking can help ensure that resources are allocated efficiently and transparently.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- The committee agreed to earmark a portion of the budget for education.
- She earmarked a certain amount for charity donations.
Translations
Translations of the word "earmarking" in other languages:
🇵🇹 reservar
🇮🇳 आरक्षित करना
🇩🇪 vorsehen
🇮🇩 menyisihkan
🇺🇦 резервувати
🇵🇱 zarezerwować
🇯🇵 予約する(よやくする)
🇫🇷 réserver
🇪🇸 reservar
🇹🇷 ayırmak
🇰🇷 예약하다
🇸🇦 تخصيص
🇨🇿 rezervovat
🇸🇰 rezervovať
🇨🇳 预留 (yùliú)
🇸🇮 rezervirati
🇮🇸 gera ráð fyrir
🇰🇿 бөлу
🇬🇪 დაცვა
🇦🇿 ayırmaq
🇲🇽 reservar
Word origin
The term 'earmarking' originated in the 19th century, derived from the practice of physically marking the ears of livestock to indicate ownership. Over time, the term evolved to refer to the practice of setting aside funds for specific purposes in government finance and budgeting.
See also: ear, earbob, earful, earmark, earring, earringing, earworm.