sponsorship
Sponsorship (noun) means the financial support, or the arrangement of support, provided by a sponsor. Example: “The festival relies heavily on corporate sponsorship.”
noun
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The financial support, or the arrangement of support, provided by a sponsor.
"The university awarded five sponsorships to the five most qualified applicants."
"The company provided sponsorship to the research team."
"The festival relies heavily on corporate sponsorship."
"She secured sponsorship from a sports drink company."
"The local bakery offered sponsorship for the children's football team shirts."
How to use sponsorship
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishThe backing, usually financial, that a sponsor provides.
Common pairings
secure sponsorship
sponsorship deal
corporate sponsorship
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- Plural
- sponsorships
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Etymology
Formed from "sponsor" plus the noun-forming suffix "-ship," as in "friendship" or "leadership."
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What does “sponsorship” mean?
The word “sponsorship” means the financial support, or the arrangement of support, provided by a sponsor. In plain terms, the backing, usually financial, that a sponsor provides.
How do you use “sponsorship” in a sentence?
Here is “sponsorship” used in a sentence: “The festival relies heavily on corporate sponsorship.”
What is another word for “sponsorship”?
Words with a similar meaning to “sponsorship” include gossipred.
What part of speech is “sponsorship”?
“Sponsorship” is a noun.
Is “sponsorship” a common word?
“Sponsorship” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the C1 level.
What is the difference between "sponsorship" and "donation"?
Sponsorship typically involves a business or organization providing financial support in exchange for promotion, branding, or association with an event, person, or cause. A donation, by contrast, is usually given without any expectation of promotional return. Sponsorship is often a commercial arrangement, while donation is more purely charitable.
What does "corporate sponsorship" usually involve?
Corporate sponsorship usually involves a company providing financial support to an event, team, or organization in exchange for visibility, such as logo placement or naming rights. It is a common way for businesses to gain marketing exposure while supporting sports, arts, or community activities. The arrangement is typically formalized through a sponsorship agreement.
Is "sponsorship" only about money?
While sponsorship most often refers to financial support, it can also include the arrangement or provision of other resources or backing, such as equipment or services. The core meaning centers on being formally supported by a sponsor. The financial sense remains the most common in everyday usage.
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