receivables

plural noun

re·​ceiv·​ables ri-ˈsē-və-bəlz How to pronounce receivables (audio)
: amounts of money receivable

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The provision for credit losses increased to $6.7 billion, reflecting higher net charge-offs, while the allowance for credit losses rose to 10.44% of period-end loan receivables. Quartz Intelligence Newsroom, Quartz, 7 Feb. 2025 Funds that strategically source receivables in these areas can unlock untapped value while supporting global trade and economic growth. Andreas Schweitzer, Forbes, 3 Jan. 2025 Cash used in investing activities was $375,000, primarily due to note receivables. Quartz Bot, Quartz, 17 Jan. 2025 Manufacturing and SMEs dominate receivables origination in Europe, creating a rich and diverse pipeline for private credit funds. Andreas Schweitzer, Forbes, 3 Jan. 2025 See all Example Sentences for receivables 

Word History

First Known Use

1863, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of receivables was in 1863

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“Receivables.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/receivables. Accessed 16 Feb. 2025.

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receivables

plural noun
re·​ceiv·​ables ri-ˈsē-və-bəlz How to pronounce receivables (audio)
: amounts of money receivable
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