The expense
Example: The expense increases total project cost
Definition
"The expense" refers to the cost or amount of money required to pay for something, often associated with purchases, services, or projects. It represents the financial outlay necessary to acquire goods or cover operational needs, such as when the expense increases the total project cost.
Etymology
The word "expense" comes from the Latin 'expensa,' meaning 'a payment or expenditure.' It entered English through Old French in the late Middle Ages. Did you know? The root 'expendere' literally means 'to weigh out money,' highlighting the careful consideration originally involved in spending.
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"The expense" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - General - (B1) - set 4", containing 113 commonly used words.
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