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Depreciation
dɪˌpriːʃiˈeɪʃn
Depreciation definitions
noun
depreciation
depreciations
- a reduction in the value of an asset over time, due in particular to wear and tear
"provision should be made for depreciation of fixed assets"
devaluation devaluing decrease in value lowering in value reduction in value cheapening markdown reduction decline downturn downswing drop slump plunge tumble- a decrease in the value of a currency relative to other currencies
"depreciation leads to losses for non-dollar-based investors"
- the expression of a negative view of someone or something; criticism or disapproval
"his reputation has suffered unduly from the depreciation of Pope and Johnson"