hypothecation

Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

Even though that’s what would happen under the current system of hypothecation of tax revenues in the US.

From Forbes • Jun. 10, 2014

Chancellor Gordon Brown was persuaded, against his instincts, to agree to "hypothecation" – earmarking certain taxes specifically for schools and hospitals.

From The Guardian • Apr. 7, 2011

There are strong democratic, political and economic arguments for the hypothecation of tax to support causes that have both government and public approval.

From The Guardian • May 18, 2010

Brokers often hold such stock in the brokerage firm's name, and if the customer signs a "hypothecation agreement"�as he is frequently asked to�the broker has the right to borrow from banks on his stock.

From Time Magazine Archive

I tried again, a little hypothecation of some bonds.

From Constance Dunlap by Reeve, Arthur B. (Arthur Benjamin)