### Question
How is the term trust funds defined?


### Answer
The term **trust funds** is defined in *12 U.S.C. § 1813* as the following:

> funds held by an insured depository institution in a fiduciary capacity and includes, without being limited to, funds held as trustee, executor, administrator, guardian, or agent

#### Citation:
  - *12 U.S.C. § 1813*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 15-FEDERAL LOAN AGENCY**

