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:
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The company has limited financial resources.
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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:
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Natural resources like oil and gas are crucial for many economies.
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The country is rich in mineral resources.
3.
a person's ability to deal with difficulties
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She has great inner resources to cope with stress.
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His quick thinking and ingenuity were his greatest resources in the crisis.