non-billable
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/nɑnˈbɪləbəl/
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/nɒnˈbɪləbəl/
not chargeable
Etymology
Etymology Information
'non-billable' originates from the prefix 'non-' meaning 'not' and the word 'billable' which comes from 'bill', meaning 'to charge'.
Historical Evolution
'non-billable' evolved from the combination of 'non-' and 'billable', which was used in business contexts to describe tasks or hours that cannot be charged to a client.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'not chargeable', and this meaning has remained consistent in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
not subject to billing; not chargeable to a client or customer.
The time spent on administrative tasks is often non-billable.
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Last updated: 2025/02/04 23:01