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FSA

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/ˌɛfˌɛsˈeɪ/

Regulatory body or savings account

Etymology
Etymology Information

'FSA' originates from the English language as an abbreviation for 'Financial Services Authority' and 'Flexible Spending Account'.

Historical Evolution

'FSA' was used in the UK for the 'Financial Services Authority' until it was replaced by the 'Financial Conduct Authority'.

Meaning Changes

Initially, 'FSA' referred to the regulatory body in the UK, but it also came to represent a type of savings account in the US.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

an abbreviation for 'Financial Services Authority', a former regulatory body in the UK.

The FSA was responsible for regulating financial services in the UK.

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Noun 2

an abbreviation for 'Flexible Spending Account', a type of savings account in the US.

Employees can use their FSA to pay for medical expenses.

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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:41