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Meaning of word block grant from English dictionary with examples, synonyms and antonyms.

Meaning : A grant of federal money to state and local governments to support social welfare programs.

Example : Block grants reduce federal responsibility for social welfare.

diseased (adjective)
Caused by or altered by or manifesting disease or pathology.

telugu (noun)
A member of the people in southeastern India (Andhra Pradesh) who speak the Telugu language.

signalize (verb)
Provide with traffic signals.

lacquer (noun)
A black resinous substance obtained from certain trees and used as a natural varnish.

trump card (noun)
A playing card in the suit that has been declared trumps.

enjoy (verb)
Derive or receive pleasure from. Get enjoyment from. Take pleasure in.

salute (noun)
An act of honor or courteous recognition.

cowpen daisy (noun)
Coarse greyish-green annual yellow-flowered herb. Southwestern United States to Mexico.

politics (noun)
Social relations involving intrigue to gain authority or power.

bengali (noun)
(Hinduism) a member of a people living in Bangladesh and West Bengal (mainly Hindus).