investment

Meanings

1. 1
   noun

   Money put into a business or shares with the hope of making a profit.

   Buying that property turned out to be a smart investment.

2. 2
   noun

   The act of putting money into something to make a profit.

   The investment of his savings into the new company paid off.

3. 3
   noun

   The amount of time, energy, or effort given to something worthwhile.

   Giving children a good education is a wise long-term investment.

From invest + -ment.

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