tax-deductible

American  

[taks-di-duhk-tuh-buhl] / ˈtæks dɪˌdʌk tə bəl /

adjective

1. noting an item the value or cost of which is deductible from the gross amount on which a tax is calculated.

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tax-deductible British  

adjective

1. (of an expense, loss, etc) legally deductible from income or wealth before tax assessment

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Example Sentences

It doesn’t hurt that lunch or drinks with business associates or customers can be a tax-deductible expense.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 13, 2026

It was an easier thing to fundraise for because he could raise money in tax-deductible donations, which is different than a political donation.

From Slate • May 7, 2026

These nonprofits don’t have to pay federal taxes and can receive tax-deductible donations.

From Salon • Apr. 5, 2026

The Feb. 28 check for the fundraising gala was described in emails as a tax-deductible donation to the century-old Hollywood charity founded by Mary Pickford, Charlie Chaplin and others.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 16, 2026

Donations are tax-deductible to the extent permitted by law.�

From Songs of the Ridings by Moorman, Frederic William