endowment
Translation
endowment, donation, gift, talent
Examples
The university has a large endowment fund.
The university has a large endowment fund.
Her natural endowment for music was clear.
Her natural endowment for music was clear.
Grammar Patterns
an endowment for ((sth.)) a gift for a purpose The college has an endowment for scholarships.
an endowment of ((sth.)) a natural quality She has an endowment of great intelligence.
Similar Words
Synonyms: gift, grant, bequest, talent, faculty
Etymology
From Old French 'endouer' (to provide with a dowry), from 'en-' (in) + 'dower' (gift).
Memory Tips
Think of being 'endowed' with a gift, which can be either money for an institution or a natural talent.