English to English
audit
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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