Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

spending-money

Noun
spɛndɪŋ ˈmʌni
Definition
Money that is allocated for personal expenses and discretionary use.
Examples
  • She saved up some spending money for her trip to the amusement park.
  • Each month, he budgets a portion of his paycheck as spending money for hobbies.
  • The kids were excited to have some spending money for their school field trip.
Meaning
Spending money refers to cash that individuals or families set aside for leisure activities, entertainment, shopping, or other personal expenditures, rather than for necessities or savings.
Synonyms
  • disposable income
  • pocket money
  • extra cash