receivables

plural noun

re·​ceiv·​ables ri-ˈsē-və-bəlz 

: amounts of money receivable

Examples of receivables in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The factor then advances a portion of the invoice value upfront, often between 70% and 95% of the face value, depending on the quality of the receivables and the creditworthiness of the customers. — Andrew Coon, Forbes.com, 20 Oct. 2026

In a second-quarter report, the company reported growth in revenue and other income for credit cards and private-label credit receivables during the first six months of 2026. — Ryley Amond, CNBC, 19 Aug. 2026

Securitization allows solar firms to bundle future payments such as Pay-go receivables and sell them to investors to raise capital. — ABC News, 31 July 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1863, in the meaning defined above

Kids Definition

receivables

plural noun

re·​ceiv·​ables ri-ˈsē-və-bəlz 

: amounts of money receivable