Budgeting

/ˈbʌdʒɪtɪŋ/

Definitions

  1. (n.) The process of creating a financial plan allocating resources for legal entities or government agencies.
    The budgeting process ensures that the department allocates sufficient funds for compliance activities.
  2. (v.) Gerund or present participle of budget, referring to the act of planning or allocating financial resources.
    They are budgeting the expenses for the upcoming fiscal year.

Commentary

In legal contexts, budgeting commonly refers to formal financial planning, especially in governmental or organizational law; distinguish from the verb form, which is a morphological variant.

This glossary is for general informational and educational purposes only. Definitions are jurisdiction-agnostic but reflect terminology and concepts primarily drawn from English and American legal traditions. Nothing herein constitutes legal advice or creates a lawyer-client relationship. Users should consult qualified counsel for advice on specific matters or jurisdictions.

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