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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