disbursement

[dis-burs-muhnt]

noun

1. the act or an instance of disbursing.

2. money paid out or spent.

Other Word Forms

• nondisbursement noun
• redisbursement noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of disbursement¹

From the Middle French word desboursement, dating back to 1590–1600. See disburse, -ment

Example Sentences

The rulings offer temporary relief for millions Americans, but officials warn that state systems remain strained and benefit disbursements could still be delayed.

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Indicators point to weaker consumer confidence, slower car sales, moderated loan growth, softer capital goods imports and budget disbursement delays, it said.

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But with the federal shutdown blocking upcoming disbursements of Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits — previously known as food stamps — Thompson said she doesn’t know how she’s going to fill her daughter’s bottles.

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A solid result should help steady sentiment and accelerate IMF disbursements under its $44 billion program, which has become the backbone of Argentina’s financing.

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The U.S. government can strengthen the commonwealth by accelerating the disbursement of reconstruction funds for the island’s energy grid.

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Related Words

• expenditure 
• outlay 
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When To Use

What does disbursement mean?

Disbursement is the act of paying out money, or the payment itself.Because the meaning of disbursement focuses on money and payment, the word is almost exclusively used in financial and business spheres—especially when the exchange of money is formal.Example: The disbursement of paychecks was delayed due to a clerical error, causing much grumbling among the staff.