Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

receivables

noun
/rɪˈsiː.və.bəlz/
Definition
Amounts of money owed to a company by its customers for goods or services delivered but not yet paid for.
Examples
  • The company had a high amount of receivables due to its extended credit terms.
  • Tracking receivables is crucial for maintaining cash flow in a business.
Meaning
Receivables refer to the money that is expected to be received by a business from its customers for credit sales.
Synonyms
  • Accounts receivable
  • Debts owed
  • Outstanding invoices