ˈ ̷ ̷ˌ ̷ ̷ noun
( -s )
1.
a. : an elimination from the books : cancellation
b. : the act of eliminating from the books
the write-off of uncollectibles
2.
a. : a reduction in book value : depreciation
a write-off for amortization
b. : the act of reducing book value