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accounting

The correct spelling is accounting.

How to pronounce accounting

verb

IPA: /ə.ˈkaʊn.tɪŋ/

Say it like: Acc-own-tin-g

The correct spelling is accounting. To provide explanation. For example: "He was required to give a thorough accounting of his time."

Usage Examples

He was required to give a thorough accounting of his time.

General accepted accounting principles

Meanings

verb

  1. 1.To provide explanation.
  2. 2.To count.

noun

  1. 1.The development and use of a system for recording and analyzing the financial transactions and financial status of an individual or a business.
  2. 2.A relaying of events; justification of actions.
  3. 3.An equitable remedy requiring wrongfully obtained profits to be distributed to those who deserve them.

adjective

  1. 1.Of or relating to accounting.

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