Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

spend

verb
/spɛnd/
Definition
To use money or resources to buy something or to allocate time to a particular activity.
Examples
  • I like to spend my weekends relaxing at home.
  • She decided to spend her savings on a new car.
  • They spent three hours watching a movie.
Meaning
To give out money in exchange for goods or services or to use time for a certain purpose.
Synonyms
  • expend
  • disburse
  • invest
  • spend out