sub·si·dy 
/ˈsʌbsədi/ noun
plural sub·si·dies /ˈsʌbsədi/ noun [count] : money that is paid usually by a government to keep the price of a product or service low or to help a business or organization to continue to function
▪ The city is increasing subsidies for public transit. ▪ housing/farm subsidies
▪ The city is increasing subsidies for public transit. ▪ housing/farm subsidies
