Sponsor
/ˈspɒnsər/
Definitions
- (n.) An individual or entity that provides support, often financial, to another party or activity.
The company acted as a sponsor for the charity event.
- (v.) To formally support or back a proposal, bill, or candidate.
The legislator agreed to sponsor the new environmental bill.
Forms
- sponsors
- sponsored
- sponsoring
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Commentary
In legal drafting, clarify whether 'sponsor' refers to financial backing or formal proposal support to avoid ambiguity.
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