Meaning & Definition of word "Billed"

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!