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depreciation
[dih-pree-shee-ey-shuhn]
noun
decrease in value due to wear and tear, decay, decline in price, etc.
such a decrease as allowed in computing the value of property for tax purposes.
a decrease in the purchasing or exchange value of money.
a lowering in estimation.
depreciation
/ dɪˌpriːʃɪˈeɪʃən /
noun
accounting
the reduction in value of a fixed asset due to use, obsolescence, etc
the amount deducted from gross profit to allow for such reduction in value
accounting a modified amount permitted for purposes of tax deduction
the act or an instance of depreciating or belittling; disparagement
a decrease in the exchange value of currency against gold or other currencies brought about by excess supply of that currency under conditions of fluctuating exchange rates Compare devaluation
depreciation
A decline over time in the value of a tangible asset, such as a house or car.
Other Word Forms
- nondepreciation noun
- predepreciation noun
- redepreciation noun
- underdepreciation noun
Word History and Origins
Origin of depreciation1
Example Sentences
Adjusted earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization came in at $49 million for the fourth quarter, up from $42 million a year earlier.
“For most sales, the basis is the amount the taxpayer invested in the asset, adjusted for subsequent improvements, depreciation, and certain other items. For gifts and bequests, however, special basis rules apply.”
Called bonus depreciation, the tax break applies to purchases such as new carpeting or appliances for owners of rental properties, or new computer equipment or a vehicle for business owners.
Some of the companies use a six-year depreciation schedule for graphics processing units.
Recent data flows suggest INR might continue to face depreciation pressures, Nomura analysts said.
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