seed money

American  

noun

1. capital for the initial stages of a new business or other enterprise, especially for the initial operating costs.

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seed money British  

noun

1. money used for the establishment of an enterprise

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Etymology

Origin of seed money

First recorded in 1940–45

Example Sentences

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seed money

There have now been 7 million sign-ups, and 1.7 million of those accounts are eligible for the $1,000 in seed money, according to fresh figures from the Treasury Department.

From MarketWatch ● Jul. 23, 2026

There is some benefit if the children are eligible for “free” seed money, such as from taxpayers or from billionaires, charities and employers.

From MarketWatch ● Jul. 10, 2026

In addition, some 25 million children ages 10 and under are eligible for $250 in seed money provided by a donation from tech billionaire Michael Dell and his wife, Susan.

From MarketWatch ● Jul. 6, 2026

The law also authorized the pilot program donating the $1,000 seed money to eligible children.

From MarketWatch ● Jul. 6, 2026

“Now then, as promised, we should discuss putting together a small group of backers to invest seed money in your show.”

From "Shine!" by J.J. and Chris Grabenstein