subsidy/ˈsʌbsɪdi/EtymologyFrom Middle English subsidy, subsidie, from Anglo-Norman subsidee, subsidie, from Old French subside, from Latin subsidium (support, assistance), from subsido from sub- (“below”) + sīdō (“sit”).subsidy means Financial support or assistance, such as a grant. Lexicurio rates it Rare gem — a strength score of 76 out of 100.nounFinancial support or assistance, such as a grant.“Manufacturing firms are supported by government subsidies in some countries.”Money granted by parliament to the British Crown.