DEPOSIT — Definition of DEPOSIT
noun
1
Sediment or rock that is not native to its present location or is different from the surrounding material. Sometimes refers to ore or gems.
2
That which is placed anywhere, or in anyone's hands, for safekeeping; something entrusted to the care of another.
3
Money placed in an account.
4
Anything left behind on a surface.
a deposit of seaweed on the shore
verb
1
To lay down; to place; to put.
A crocodile deposits her eggs in the sand.
2
To lay up or away for safekeeping; to put up; to store.
to deposit goods in a warehouse
3
To entrust one's assets to the care of another. Sometimes done as collateral.
4
To put money or funds into an account.
📚 Source: en.wiktionary.org/wiki/deposit
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