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subsidising


Meanings
  • Verb

    The act of providing financial assistance or support to an individual, organization, or industry.

    - "The government subsidises farmers to help them afford the cost of production."
    - "The company subsidises its employees' health insurance."

Variants
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subsidise , subsidised , subsidises , subsidising , subsidize
Etymology
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From the Old French word 'subsidier' meaning 'to stand under', reflecting the idea of providing support or assistance.


Trivia
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  1. Subsidies have been used since ancient times, with the earliest recorded example being the Roman Empire's subsidies for grain.

  2. The largest subsidy program in the world is the Common Agricultural Policy of the European Union.


Related Concepts
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  1. Grant: A type of subsidy where financial assistance is provided to an individual or organization for a specific purpose.

  2. Subsidy: The amount of financial assistance provided to an individual or organization.


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Subsidising has been a significant aspect of economic policy, particularly in agriculture and industry. It has been used to promote economic growth, stabilize industries, and alleviate poverty.

How to Memorize "subsidising"

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