spending money

American  

noun

1. money for small personal expenses.

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spending money British  

noun

1. an allowance for small personal expenses; pocket money

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Etymology

Origin of spending money

First recorded in 1590–1600

Example Sentences

Merdeka Martin, 46, is putting herself on a socializing hiatus to keep herself from spending money on cocktails and meals out—and on the gas it takes to get there.

From The Wall Street Journal

Today, he suggested, a more common sign of status is spending money on things like yoga classes or facials.

From The Wall Street Journal

They left after spending money on our wares, food, and services.

From Literature

Before spending money on software, he is required to estimate the returns.

From The Wall Street Journal

Those platforms, like newspapers and social media, themselves depend on spending money.

From MarketWatch