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deduct

The correct spelling is deduct.

How to pronounce deduct

verb

IPA: /dɪˈdʊkt/

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The correct spelling is deduct. To take one thing from another; remove from; make smaller by some amount. For example: "I will deduct the cost of the can of peas from the money I owe you."

Usage Examples

I will deduct the cost of the can of peas from the money I owe you.

Definition

verb

  1. 1.To take one thing from another; remove from; make smaller by some amount.

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