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Definition & Meaning of "endowment"in English

Endowment
01

a natural talent, ability, or quality possessed by a person 

Grammatical Information
Animacy status
Abstract
Composition
Compound
Countable
Plural form
endowments
Examples
Her musical endowment was evident from a young age. 
02

money or property donated to an institution, the income from which is used for its support 

What is an "endowment"?

An endowment is a large sum of money or assets donated to an institution, such as a university or charity, that is intended to be invested to generate income. The income from the endowment is used to support the institution's ongoing activities, such as scholarships, research, and other programs. The principal amount of the endowment is usually kept intact, while the earnings are spent. Endowments help ensure the long-term financial stability of an organization by providing a reliable source of funding over time.

Examples
The university's scholarship program is funded by its endowment. 
03

the action of providing an institution or entity with a permanent source of income or capital 

Examples
The philanthropist's endowment of the arts center secured its future. 
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