depreciation
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ʃiˈeɪ noun
1.
decrease in value due to wear and tear, decay, decline in price, etc.
2.
such a decrease as allowed in computing the value of property for tax purposes.
3.
a decrease in the purchasing or exchange value of money.
4.
a lowering in estimation.
Related forms
non·de·pre·ci·a·tion, noun
pre·de·pre·ci·a·tion, noun
re·de·pre·ci·a·tion, noun
un·der·de·pre·ci·a·tion, noun
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World English Dictionary
depreciation (dɪˌpriːʃɪˈeɪʃən) ![[Click for IPA pronunciation guide]](http://static.sfdict.com/dictstatic/g/d/dictionary_questionbutton_default.gif) | |
| —n | |
| 1. | accounting |
| a. the reduction in value of a fixed asset due to use, obsolescence, etc | |
| b. the amount deducted from gross profit to allow for such reduction in value | |
| 2. | accounting a modified amount permitted for purposes of tax deduction |
| 3. | the act or an instance of depreciating or belittling; disparagement |
| 4. | Compare devaluation a decrease in the exchange value of currency against gold or other currencies brought about by excess supply of that currency under conditions of fluctuating exchange rates |
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Word Origin & History
depreciation
1767, "a lowering of value" (originally of currency), noun of action from depreciate. Meaning "loss of value of a durable good by age or wear" is from 1900.
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Cultural Dictionary
depreciation [(di-pree-shee-ay-shuhn)]A decline over time in the value of a tangible asset, such as a house or car.
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Example sentences
Many writers treat devaluation and depreciation as synonymous.
It is a little premature to view the pound's depreciation as heralding a market free-fall.
And it costs thousands of dollars in renovations to beat the depreciation curve.
Speed up depreciation to stimulate small businesses.
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