n. a shortage, less than is due, or in the case of a business or government budget, more expenditures than income. Unbalanced budgets with a planned year-end deficit are prohibited at every level of government except the federal.
Foes definition, a person who feels enmity, hatred, or malice toward another; enemy: a bitter foe. See more.
foâ¢ment. (foÊËmÉnt) v.t. 1. to instigate or foster (discord, rebellion, etc.); promote the growth or development of: to foment trouble. 2. to apply warm water or medicated liquid, ointments, etc., to (the surface of the body).