A tax-deferred trust account created by the U.S. government to assist families in funding educational expenses for beneficiaries 18 years old or younger. While more than one ESA can be set up for a single beneficiary, the total maximum contribution per year for any single beneficiary is $2,000. Next Up.
A chute is a steep, narrow slope down which people or things can slide. Passengers escaped from the plane's front four exits by sliding down emergency chutes. Synonyms: slope, channel, slide, incline More Synonyms of chute
something that holds parts together or in place, as a clasp or clamp. 2. anything that imparts rigidity or steadiness. 3. Also called bitbrace, bitstock. Machinery. a device for holding and turning a bit for boring or drilling. 4. Building Trades. a piece of timber, metal, etc., for supporting or positioning another piece or portion of a framework.