# financing

/faɪˈnænsɪŋ/ (US) · /faɪnˈænsɪŋ/ (UK)

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/financing
Updated: 2026-06-19

## Senses

### 1. funding for a project

noun · CEFR B2

the money provided by a bank or investor for a specific purpose, like buying a house or starting a company.

For teachers: the capital or credit provided by an external source to fund a commercial venture or significant purchase.

- The company is still looking for the financing to build its new factory.
- Securing long-term financing proved difficult in the current economic climate, forcing the developers to scale back their initial plans for the luxury complex.

Usage: Often used with 'for' to indicate the purpose of the funds.

## Examples

- The company is looking for financing for its new factory.
- After the bank approved their financing, the couple finally started the renovations on their historic home.
- Securing long-term financing remains the primary hurdle for startups that have moved past the initial seed stage but have yet to achieve a consistent positive cash flow.

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