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financial

adj.
US //ˌfaɪˈnænʃəɫ// UK //faɪnˈænʃəl// fi·nan·cial
  1. 1 related to money (adj.)
    B1 Intermediate

    relating to money, banking, or the way money is managed.

    relating to finance, monetary assets, or the management of capital.

    Example

    The company is having some financial problems and might have to close.

    Example

    The government introduced new financial regulations to prevent another banking crisis and protect individual investors.

    Usage

    Usually placed before the noun it describes.
    • non financial
  2. 2 having paid fees (adj.)
    C1 Advanced British English Dialect

    having paid all the necessary fees to be a member of a club or group.

    having paid all required dues and subscriptions to an organisation, thereby remaining in good standing.

    Example

    Only financial members of the club are allowed to vote in the election.

    Example

    To maintain your status as a financial member of the union, you must ensure your monthly contributions are processed by the first of the month.

    Usage

    Often used in the context of trade unions or private clubs.
Origin

From finance + -ial.

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