phonemark

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A non-legislative designation by a telephone call from a legislator, of specific projects for funding as part of funding for more general programs.
verb
  1. To apply pressure on a government agency to fund a specific project as part of a more general program.

Pronunciation

/ˈfəʊn.mɑːk/ /ˈfoʊnˌmɑɹk/

Word forms

phonemark phonemarks phonemarking phonemarked

Etymology

Blend of phone + earmark.

Related words

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