Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

bill

noun
/bɪl/
Definition
A statement of money owed for goods or services supplied.
Examples
  • He received a bill for the electricity usage this month.
  • The government introduced a new bill to improve healthcare.
  • She handed him the bill after dinner.
Meaning
The term ‘bill’ can refer to a document that specifies an amount of money that must be paid. It can also mean a proposed piece of legislation in a legislative body.
Synonyms
  • invoice
  • statement
  • charge
  • account