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defray

 

Definitions from WordNet

Verb defray has 1 sense
  1. defray - bear the expenses of
    --1 is one way to
    pay
    Derived forms: noun defrayment1, noun defrayal1
    Sample sentence:
    Somebody ----s something

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Term: defray

Description:

Defray is a verb that means to bear the cost or expenses of something. It is commonly used to describe the act of providing financial contribution or reimbursement.

As a noun, it refers to the payment or contribution made to cover the expenses.

Sample Sentences:

1. The company agreed to defray the travel expenses of the employees for the conference.

2. We will defray the cost of the event by selling tickets.

3. John kindly offered to defray the expenses for the dinner.

4. The scholarship will defray a portion of the tuition fees for deserving students.

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