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expend

Pronunciation: /ɪkˈspɛnd, ɛk-/
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Definition of expend

verb

[with object]
  • spend or use up (a resource such as money or energy):the energy expended in sport could be directed into other areas

Origin:

late Middle English: from Latin expendere, from ex- 'out' + pendere 'weigh, pay'. Compare with spend

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