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Write-off Definition & Meaning

write-off
noun
  1. (accounting) reduction in the book value of an asset
  2. the act of cancelling from an account a bad debt or a worthless asset

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Frequently asked questions

What does write-off mean?
(accounting) reduction in the book value of an asset the act of cancelling from an account a bad debt or a worthless asset
What part of speech is write-off?
Write-off is a noun.
How many definitions does write-off have?
Write-off has 2 definitions across 1 part of speech (noun).

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