bankroll

American  

[bangk-rohl] / ˈbæŋkˌroʊl /

noun

1. money in one's possession; monetary resources.

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verb (used with object)

1. Informal. to finance; provide funds for.

   to bankroll a new play.

bankroll British  

/ ˈbæŋkˌrəʊl /

noun

1. a roll of currency notes

2. the financial resources of a person, organization, etc

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verb

1. slang (tr) to provide the capital for; finance

Other Word Forms

• bankroller
  noun

Etymology

Origin of bankroll

First recorded in 1885–90; bank ² + roll

Example Sentences

Among them is Bankroll, a 1-year-old dog who’s now 40 pounds after coming to the shelter rather skinny.

From Washington Post • Dec. 30, 2022

The players were blasting Bankroll Fresh’s “Take Over Your Trap,” an anthem of sorts for teams who make statement wins on the road.

From Washington Times • Nov. 15, 2022

The Panthers also piped in music to the fields adjacent to Spartan Stadium at San Jose State University, and their stretching session was livened up when Bankroll Fresh’s “Walked In” blared.

From Washington Times • Feb. 5, 2016

Related Words

• finance
• subsidize