The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 10 letter word CAPITALISE
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The straight part
We know that "fund" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case fund = capitalise.The cryptic/wordplay part
In cryptic crossword there's often an wordplay/cryptic part as well.This part involves a more complex hint, such as an anagram, homophone, hidden word, etc.
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What does CAPITALISE mean?
CAPITALISE verb- In writing or editing, to write (something: either an entire word or text, or just the initial letter(s) thereof) in capital letters, in upper case.
- To contribute or acquire capital (money or other resources) for.
- To convert into capital, i.e., to get cash or similar immediately fungible resources for some less fungible property or source of future income.
- To treat as capital, not as an expense.
- To profit or to obtain an advantage.
- (followed by on) To seize, as an opportunity; to obtain a benefit; to invest on something profitable.