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audit
('/O/d/I/t )

noun (n)

  • an inspection of the accounting procedures and records by a trained accountant or CPA(noun.possession)
    source: wordnet30
  • a methodical examination or review of a condition or situation(noun.act)
    Example:
    He made an audit of all the plants on his property.
    An energy efficiency audit.
    An email log audit.
    source: wordnet30
  • An audience; a hearing.(noun)
    source: webster1913

verb (v)

  • examine carefully for accuracy with the intent of verification(verb.cognition)
    Example:
    Audit accounts and tax returns.
    source: wordnet30
  • attend academic courses without getting credit(verb.cognition)
    source: wordnet30
  • To examine and adjust, as an account or accounts; as, to audit the accounts of a treasure, or of parties who have a suit depending in court.(verb)
    source: webster1913
  • To settle or adjust an account.(verb)
    source: webster1913
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