invested

verb

1. 1

   To spend money, time, or energy on something, especially for some benefit or purpose; used with in.

   “We'd like to thank all the contributors who have invested countless hours into this event.”

2. 2

   To clothe or wrap (with garments).

3. 3

   To put on (clothing).

4. 4

   To envelop, wrap, cover.

5. 5

   To commit money or capital in the hope of financial gain.

6. 6

   To ceremonially install someone in some office.

7. 7

   To formally give (someone) some power or authority.

8. 8

   To formally give (power or authority).

9. 9

   To surround, accompany, or attend.

10. 10

    To lay siege to.

    “to invest a town”

11. 11

    To make investments.

12. 12

    To prepare for lost wax casting by creating an investment mold (a mixture of a silica sand and plaster).

13. 13

    To be involved in; to form strong attachments to.