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audit

Definition

  • noun: a complete and careful examination of the financial records of a business or person
  • noun: a formal examination of an organization's or individual's accounts or financial situation
  • verb: to check the financial records of (a business or person)
  • verb: to perform an audit of or for
  • synonyms: accountancy, accounting, analysis

Examples

  • Our local power company will perform an energy 'audit' [='survey, inspection'] of our house.

  • Investigators called for an 'audit' [='review, analysis'] of flight safety standards.

  • You will need all your records if you are selected for 'audit' by the IRS.

Movie quotes

  • (..) I just can't. Same goes for you, baby girl. Good-bye. Good-bye. I was wondering if I might audit your course. It's an honor, Professor Nash. Is something wrong? This will be my first class. Good morning... ...eager young minds. (..)
    2001 A Beautiful Mind