amortization
noun [ U ] (UK usually amortisation) uk/əˌmɔː.tɪˈzeɪ.ʃən/ us/æmˌɔːr.t̬əˈzeɪ.ʃən/
摊销
the process of reducing a cost or total in regular small amounts
This number represents the company’s value before depreciation and amortization. 这个数值是该公司的市值，未计入折旧和摊销。
These are the bi-weekly dates for the loan amortization. 这些是两周一次的分期还款日。
See: amortize
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- If you’re buying a home, remember to ask about the amortization schedule.
- We can work out the estimated amortization expense for each of the next five years.
- Refinancing the loan can help you save a lot of money in the monthly loan amortizations.