invest

(verb): To spend money, time, or energy on something, especially for some benefit or purpose; used with in.
(verb): To clothe or wrap (with garments).
(verb): To put on (clothing).
(verb): To envelop, wrap, cover.
(verb): To commit money or capital in the hope of financial gain.
(verb): To ceremonially install someone in some office.
(verb): To formally give (someone) some power or authority.
(verb): To formally give (power or authority).
(verb): To surround, accompany, or attend.
(verb): To lay siege to.
(verb): To make investments.
(verb): To prepare for lost wax casting by creating an investment mold (a mixture of a silica sand and plaster).
(verb): To be involved in; to form strong attachments to.

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