Meaning of the word "seed capital" in English

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seed capital

US /siːd ˈkæp.ɪ.təl/
UK /siːd ˈkæp.ɪ.təl/

Noun

initial funding used to start a new business or project

Example:
The startup secured seed capital from angel investors.
They are looking for seed capital to develop their new app.