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accountant

ac·coun·tant

US/əˈkaʊn.tənt/ fairly common

noun

1.

someone who maintains and audits business accounts

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Origin

From Middle English, from Middle French acuntant. Equivalent to account + -ant. First attested in the mid 15th century.

Phrases

  • accountant general
  • certified accountant
  • Certified National Accountant
  • certified public accountant
  • chartered accountant
  • forensic accountant
  • management accountant
  • turf accountant

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