Unit Of Account

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Definition: Unit Of Account


Unit Of Account


What is the dictionary definition of Unit Of Account?

Dictionary Definition


  1. A function of money enabling it’s users to calculate the value of their transactions and to keep accounts.
  2. The standard unit of currency of a country.
  3. An artificial currency which is used only for accounting purposes.

Synonyms For Unit Of Account


numeraire, accounting unit, units of account, currency unit, unit of currency


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Definition Sources


Definitions for Unit Of Account 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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