English dictionary
grubstake
/'gr/@/b,st/eI/k/
Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.
noun
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funds advanced to a prospector or to someone starting a business in return for a share of the profits
Source: WordNet 3.0
verb
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supply with funds in return for a promised share of profits
Source: WordNet 3.0