Meaning & Definition of word "Billed"
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Billed
/bɪld/
noun:
- 1. A statement of charges, typically for services rendered.
- Example: I received the bill in the mail today.
verb:
- 1. Past tense of bill; to charge someone for goods or services.
- Example: The contractor billed us for the repairs made last month.
- 2. To present an invoice or account to someone.
- Example: After completing the work, she billed her client for the hours spent.
- 3. To advertise something, especially in a way that emphasizes its benefits.
- Example: The event was billed as the concert of the year.
Etymology
Derived from the use of 'bill' which comes from Middle English 'bil'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
billed to date:
refers to the total amount billed up to the current time.
billed separately:
means items or services will be charged on different invoices.
Related Words
bill:
A statement of money owed for goods or services.
invoice:
A document requesting payment for provided services or goods.
charge:
An amount of money asked for goods or services.
Slang Meanings of billed
Meaning: To hit someone with unexpected costs.
Example Sentence: He's going to get billed hard after that wild night.
Meaning: To be charged unfairly.
Example Sentence: I feel I was billed for something I didn’t even buy!