Appropriated
/əˈproʊpriˌeɪtɪd/
Definitions
- (v. (past tense)) Taken for one's own use, typically without permission, especially in a legal or governmental context.
The funds were appropriated by the legislature for public infrastructure projects.
Forms
- appropriates
- appropriating
- appropriate
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Commentary
This is the past tense and past participle form of 'appropriate'; see 'appropriate' for comprehensive definitions.
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