BURSARY
bursary
(noun) the treasury of a public institution or religious order
Source: WordNet® 3.1
Etymology
Noun
bursary (plural bursaries)
A monetary award to university students that allows them to continue their studies.
(dated) The treasury of a religious order or public institution.
Source: Wiktionary
Bur"sa*ry, n.; pl. -ries. Etym: [LL. bursaria. See Bursar.]
1. The treasury of a college or monastery.
2. A scholarship or charitable foundation in a university, as in scotland; a sum given to enable a student to pursue his studies. "No woman of rank or fortune but would have a bursary in her gift." Southey.
Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition
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