Meaning of the word resources in English

What does resources mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

resources

US /ˈriː.sɔːr.sɪz/
UK /ˈriː.sɔːs.ɪz/

Plural Noun

1.

a stock or supply of money, materials, staff, and other assets that can be drawn on by a person or organization in order to function effectively

Example:
The company has limited financial resources.
We need to allocate our resources more efficiently.
2.

a country's collective means of supporting itself or becoming wealthier, as in mineral wealth, labor force, or a strategic location

Example:
Natural resources like oil and gas are crucial for many economies.
The country is rich in mineral resources.
3.

a person's ability to deal with difficulties

Example:
She has great inner resources to cope with stress.
His quick thinking and ingenuity were his greatest resources in the crisis.