The bill
Example: Bill requests payment for goods or services provided to customers
Definition
"The bill" in finance refers to a written statement detailing the amount of money owed for goods or services provided, typically requesting payment from the customer within a specified time frame.
Etymology
The term "the bill" originates from the Old French word 'bille,' meaning a written document or note. Over time, it evolved to specifically denote a statement of charges or fees, reflecting its use in financial transactions.
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"The bill" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - Finance - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 150 commonly used words.
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