Windfall

Pronunciation: /ˈwɪndˌfɔːl/

Windfall (noun)

  1. An amount of money you receive suddenly, often by chance, and that you did not plan for.
  2. A sudden advantage or benefit that happens unexpectedly and brings extra value.
  3. A large, unexpected amount of crops or produce gathered in a season.

Examples

  • She received unexpected money after the sale closed.
  • They used unexpected money to pay off their debts.