Payments

/ˈpeɪmənts/

Definitions

  1. (n.) The transfer of money or its equivalent to fulfill an obligation or debt.
    The contract specifies the schedule for all payments due to the vendor.

Forms

  • payment

Commentary

Payments must be clearly defined in agreements to avoid disputes over timing and amounts.

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