deductible
|de-duct-i-ble|
/dɪˈdʌktəbl/
amount to be deducted
Etymology
'deductible' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'deducere,' where 'de-' meant 'down' and 'ducere' meant 'to lead.'
'deducere' transformed into the French word 'déductible,' and eventually became the modern English word 'deductible' through Middle English.
Initially, it meant 'able to be led down or away,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'able to be deducted.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
an amount of money that must be paid out of pocket by the policyholder before an insurance provider will pay any expenses.
The insurance policy has a $500 deductible.
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Adjective 1
able to be deducted, especially from taxable income or tax to be paid.
The expenses are deductible from your taxable income.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:40