audit
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noun \ˈȯ-dət\Definition of AUDIT
1
a : a formal examination of an organization's or individual's accounts or financial situation b : the final report of an audit
2
: a methodical examination and review
Examples of AUDIT
- The audit showed that the company had mislead investors.
- The Internal Revenue Service selected us for an audit.
- You will need all your records if you are selected for audit by the IRS.
Origin of AUDIT
Middle English, from Latin auditus act of hearing, from audire
First Known Use: 15th century
Related to AUDIT
Synonyms: inspection, check, checkup, examination, going-over, look-see, review, scan, scrutiny, survey, view
Related Words: analysis, assay, close-up, deconstruction, dissection; exploration, investigation, probe, research, study; inquisition, interrogation; once-over, perusal; recheck, reinspection, resurvey; observation, surveillance, watch; checkout, test-drive, trial run
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