The account
Example: The account shows all recent transactions clearly
Definition
"The account" refers to a record or statement that details financial transactions or other relevant activities, often maintained to provide transparency and clarity, such as in banking where it shows all recent transactions clearly.
Etymology
The phrase "the account" originates from the Old French word 'aconter,' meaning to count or reckon, which itself comes from the Latin 'computare,' meaning to calculate. Did you know that the concept of an account has been fundamental in commerce and bookkeeping for centuries?
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"The account" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - General - (A2) - set 1", containing 116 commonly used words.
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