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depreciation

/dɪˌprɪsiˈeɪʃən/ noun · British & US
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What does depreciation mean?

noun

A decrease in value or price of something over time, often due to wear and tear, obsolescence, or economic factors. A reduction in value or amount of something.

Example

"The company wrote off the value of the old machinery due to depreciation."

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