phonemark
Meanings
noun
- 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
- To apply pressure on a government agency to fund a specific project as part of a more general program.
Pronunciation
Word forms
Etymology
Blend of phone + earmark.
Related words
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