W-4
/ˈdʌbəlju fɔːr/
Definitions
- (n.) An Internal Revenue Service (IRS) form used by employees to indicate their tax situation to their employer for federal income tax withholding purposes.
The employee submitted a W-4 form to update their withholding allowances.
Forms
- w-4
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Commentary
Employers rely on the W-4 to determine the correct amount of tax withholding; accurate completion is essential to avoid under- or over-withholding.
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