English Explanatory Dictionary

bankroll

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A roll of banknotes or other paper currency, carried in lieu of a wallet.
  2. The monetary assets of a person or organization.
verb
  1. To fund a project; to underwrite something.

Pronunciation

/ˈbæŋk.ɹoʊl/ LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-bankroll.wav

Word forms

bankroll bankrolls bankrolling bankrolled

Etymology

Compound of bank + roll.

Synonyms

finance support underwrite

Derived words

California bankroll Michigan bankroll Texas bankroll bankroller
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