The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 6 letter word MONIES
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The straight part
We know that "funds" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case funds = monies.The cryptic/wordplay part
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What does MONIES mean?
MONIES noun- A legally or socially binding conceptual contract of entitlement to wealth, void of intrinsic value, payable for all debts and taxes, and regulated in supply.
- A generally accepted means of exchange and measure of value.
- A currency maintained by a state or other entity which can guarantee its value (such as a monetary union).
- Hard cash in the form of banknotes and coins, as opposed to cheques/checks, credit cards, or credit more generally.
- The total value of liquid assets available for an individual or other economic unit, such as cash and bank deposits.
- Wealth; a person, family or class that possesses wealth
- An item of value between two or more parties used for the exchange of goods or services.
- A person who funds an operation.