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Meaning of proceeds

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

proceeds

Pronunciation:/ˈpɹəʊsiːdz//ˈpɹoʊsidz/

verb

Definitions

  1. To move, pass, or go forward or onward; to advance; to carry on

    Example: To proceed on a journey.

  2. To pass from one point, topic, or stage, to another.

    Example: To proceed with a story or argument.

  3. To come from; to have as its source or origin.

    Example: Light proceeds from the sun.

  4. To go on in an orderly or regulated manner; to begin and carry on a series of acts or measures; to act methodically

noun

Definitions

  1. Revenue; gross revenue.

    Example: They will donate all proceeds—the entire amount collected in ticket sales—from the show to charity.

  2. Profit; net revenue.

    Example: They will donate net proceeds—whatever money is left after they pay their expenses—from the show to charity.