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deduct

/dɛkt/ verb · British & US
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What does deduct mean?

verb

to infer or conclude from evidence or reasoning; to subtract or withhold (a sum of money) from a payment or allowance.

Example

"She was able to deduct the cost of the materials from the total bill."

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