amortization

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noun

1. the reduction of the value of an asset by prorating its cost over a period of years
• Syn:
amortisation
• Hypernyms:
decrease, diminution, reduction, step-down
2. payment of an obligation in a series of installments or transfers
• Syn:
amortisation
• Derivationally related forms:
amortise (for: amortisation), amortize
• Hypernyms:
payment, defrayal, defrayment