Bill Definition & Meaning
bill
- noun
- a statute in draft before it becomes law; "they held a public hearing on the bill"
- an itemized statement of money owed for goods shipped or services rendered; "he paid his bill and left"; "send me an account of what I owe"
- a piece of paper money (especially one issued by a central bank); "he peeled off five one-thousand-zloty notes"
- the entertainment offered at a public presentation
- an advertisement (usually printed on a page or in a leaflet) intended for wide distribution; "he mailed the circular to all subscribers"
- a sign posted in a public place as an advertisement; "a poster advertised the coming attractions"
- a list of particulars (as a playbill or bill of fare)
- a long-handled saw with a curved blade; "he used a bill to prune branches off of the tree"
- a brim that projects to the front to shade the eyes; "he pulled down the bill of his cap and trudged ahead"
- horny projecting mouth of a bird
- verb
- demand payment; "Will I get charged for this service?"; "We were billed for 4 nights in the hotel, although we stayed only 3 nights"
- advertise especially by posters or placards; "He was billed as the greatest tenor since Caruso"
- publicize or announce by placards
"Bill" in song lyrics
See how bill is used in real songs:
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"MONICA: Yes, Bill?"
2 Live Crew — Bill So Horny -
"M: I'd do anything, Bill."
2 Live Crew — Bill So Horny -
"M: I sure do, Bill."
2 Live Crew — Bill So Horny
Words that rhyme with bill
Usage tips for "bill"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "bill" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for bill to find words that pair well.
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