word
Business
Bootstrapped
BOOT-strapt
/ˈbuːtstræpt/Listen
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Syllable breakdown
Bootstrapped
Dictionary meaning
A business started and grown using personal finances rather than external investment.
Examples
- The founder kept the company bootstrapped for three years before seeking VC.
Pronunciation tips
Two syllables. Stress on first syllable.
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