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billing

|bill-ing|

B2

/ˈbɪlɪŋ/

(bill)

statement or document

Base FormPlural3rd Person Sing.PastPast ParticiplePresent Participle
billbillsbillsbilledbilledbilling
Etymology
Etymology Information

'billing' originates from the Old English word 'bilegan,' where 'bi-' meant 'by' and 'legan' meant 'to lay.'

Historical Evolution

'bilegan' transformed into the Middle English word 'bille,' and eventually became the modern English word 'bill' and its derivative 'billing.'

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'to lay by or near,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'invoicing or advertising.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

the process of sending invoices to customers for goods or services provided.

The billing for the project was completed last week.

Synonyms

Noun 2

the act of promoting or advertising a person or event.

The concert received top billing in the local newspaper.

Synonyms

Last updated: 2025/02/14 20:36