A subvenção
Example: O governo oferece subvenção para ajudar os agricultores locais.
Definition
"A subvenção" refers to a financial aid or grant provided by an organization, often a government, to support a specific activity or sector such as agriculture, research, or social programs. It aims to help beneficiaries by covering part of their expenses or investments.
Etymology
The word "a subvenção" comes from the Latin 'subventio,' meaning 'help' or 'support.' It entered Portuguese through Old French, reflecting the concept of assistance or subsidy. Did you know it originally implied coming to someone's aid, much like a helping hand in times of need?
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