Account Receivable

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Definition: Account Receivable


Account Receivable

Quick Summary of Account Receivable


A debt owed by a business that arises in the normal course of dealings and is not supported by a negotiable instrument.




Full Definition of Account Receivable


The charge accounts of a department store are accounts receivable, but income from investments usually is not. Accounts receivable generally arise from sales or service transactions. They are not necessarily due or past due. Insurance may be purchased to protect against the risk of being unable to collect on accounts receivable if records are damaged or lost.


Related Phrases


Account Payable


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Definition Sources


Definitions for Account Receivable are sourced/syndicated and enhanced from:

  • A Dictionary of Economics (Oxford Quick Reference)
  • Oxford Dictionary Of Accounting
  • Oxford Dictionary Of Business & Management

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