Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

account

noun
/əˈkaʊnt/
Definition
A record or statement summarizing the financial transactions of an individual or an organization.
Examples
  • She opened a bank account to manage her savings.
  • He gave a detailed account of his trip to Europe.
Meaning
In a broader sense, ‘account’ can refer to a description or report of an event, situation, or experience.
Synonyms
  • report
  • explanation
  • narrative
  • record
  • description