Billed

/bɪld/

Meaning & Definition

noun
A statement of charges, typically for services rendered.
I received the bill in the mail today.
verb
Past tense of bill; to charge someone for goods or services.
The contractor billed us for the repairs made last month.
To present an invoice or account to someone.
After completing the work, she billed her client for the hours spent.
To advertise something, especially in a way that emphasizes its benefits.
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

To hit someone with unexpected costs.
He's going to get billed hard after that wild night.
To be charged unfairly.
I feel I was billed for something I didn’t even buy!