Disbursement

/dɪsˈbɜːrsmənt/

Definitions

  1. (n.) The act of paying out money, especially from a fund.
    The company authorized the disbursement of funds for the new project.
  2. (n.) An amount of money paid out.
    The disbursement covered all the expenses related to the case.

Forms

  • disbursements

Commentary

Commonly used in financial and legal contexts to specify formal payment processes or recorded outlays.

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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