The Clue
It may be mutual (4 letter answer)
The Answer
FUND
Tags
Notes
The answer FUND is seen occasionally, appearing about once every 850 puzzles.
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Definition
FUND as a noun:
1. (fund, monetary fund) = a reserve of money set aside for some purpose
2. (store, stock, fund) = a supply of something available for future use; "he brought back a large store of Cuban cigars"
3. (investment company, investment trust, investment firm, fund) = a financial institution that sells shares to individuals and invests in securities issued by other companies
FUND as a verb:
1. convert (short-term floating debt) into long-term debt that bears fixed interest and is represented by bonds
2. place or store up in a fund for accumulation
3. provide a fund for the redemption of principal or payment of interest
4. invest money in government securities
5. accumulate a fund for the discharge of a recurrent liability; "fund a medical care plan"
6. furnish money for; "The government funds basic research in many areas"