accounting
Pronunciation:
/ə.ˈkaʊn.tɪŋ/verb
Definitions
To provide explanation.
To count.
noun
Definitions
The development and use of a system for recording and analyzing the financial transactions and financial status of an individual or a business.
A relaying of events; justification of actions.
Example: He was required to give a thorough accounting of his time.
An equitable remedy requiring wrongfully obtained profits to be distributed to those who deserve them.
adjective
Definitions
Of or relating to accounting.
Example: General accepted accounting principles