disbursement

American  

[dis-burs-muhnt] / dɪsˈbɜrs mənt /

noun

1. the act or an instance of disbursing.

2. money paid out or spent.

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Usage

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.

Other Word Forms

• nondisbursement noun
• redisbursement noun

Etymology

Origin of disbursement

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

Example Sentences

After the initiative passed, Gov. Gray Davis, a Democrat, appointed the younger Reiner chairman of the First 5 commission overseeing disbursement of the funds.

From Los Angeles Times

A trust might provide for a $300,000 annual disbursement just for vacations.

From The Wall Street Journal

Bank of America in July announced that it would pay a quarterly disbursement of 28 cents, up two cents, or nearly 8%.

From Barron's

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

From Salon

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

From The Wall Street Journal

Related Words

• expenditure
• outlay
• spending