Government Aid

/ˈɡʌvərnmənt eɪd/

Definitions

  1. (n.) Financial or material assistance provided by a government to support individuals, organizations, or sectors, often to promote public welfare or economic stability.
    The company received government aid to help recover from the financial crisis.
  2. (n.) Legal or policy measures enacted by a government to support disadvantaged groups or stimulate economic activity.
    Government aid programs aim to reduce poverty and unemployment.

Forms

  • government aid

Commentary

Government aid can be direct (cash or resources) or indirect (tax relief, guarantees) and may vary by jurisdiction; clear specification avoids ambiguity in legal drafting.

This glossary is for general informational and educational purposes only. Definitions are jurisdiction-agnostic but reflect terminology and concepts primarily drawn from English and American legal traditions. Nothing herein constitutes legal advice or creates a lawyer-client relationship. Users should consult qualified counsel for advice on specific matters or jurisdictions.

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