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/bɪl/
Meaning & Definition
noun
A statement of money owed for goods or services.
I received a bill from the electricity company for last month’s usage.
A proposed law presented for debate and approval in a legislative assembly.
The senator introduced a new bill aimed at reducing carbon emissions.
A draft of a written document.
She made a few changes to the bill before sending it off to be printed.
A payment request, especially a significant one.
The hospital sent me a bill for my recent surgery.
verb
To send someone a bill for goods or services.
The restaurant will bill you for your meal at the end of the evening.
Etymology
From Middle English 'bil', from Old English 'billa', meaning 'a written document, note'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
split the bill:
To divide the total cost among participants.
bill of rights:
A document outlining the rights and freedoms entitled to individuals.
bill collector:
A person who is employed to collect payments for debts.
Related Words
Slang Meanings
To bill someone
I'll bill you for this week’s rent.
To foot the bill
He offered to foot the bill for dinner.