in·vest·ment 
(ĭn-vĕstmənt)
(ĭn-vĕstmənt)n.
1. The act of investing.
2. An amount invested.
3. Property or another possession acquired for future financial return or benefit.
4. A commitment, as of time or support.
5. A military siege.
6. Investiture.
7. Archaic
a. A garment; a vestment.
b. An outer covering or layer.