Phrase guide

suspense account

noun · 2 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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noun

Meaning 1

An account in which receipts or disbursements are temporarily entered until their proper position in the books is determined.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Topics: accounting, business, finance

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noun

Meaning 2

an account used temporarily to carry doubtful receipts and disbursements or discrepancies pending their analysis and permanent classification

Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0

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Broader terms: account, accounting, account statement

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