Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
cash-crunch
noun
/ˈkæʃ krʌntʃ/
Definition
A situation in which there is a shortage of cash available for immediate use.
Examples
- During the cash-crunch, many local businesses had to delay their payments to suppliers.
- The startup faced a cash-crunch just before launching its new product line.
- Unexpected expenses can lead to a cash-crunch for many families.
Meaning
A cash-crunch occurs when businesses or individuals do not have enough liquid assets to cover their expenses, leading to financial stress.
Synonyms
- liquidity crisis
- cash shortage
- financial squeeze
- funding gap
