pre-audit
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/priːˈɔːdɪt/
preliminary examination
Etymology
Etymology Information
'pre-audit' originates from the prefix 'pre-' meaning 'before' and the word 'audit' from Latin 'auditus', meaning 'a hearing'.
Historical Evolution
'Audit' changed from the Latin word 'auditus' to the Old French 'audit', and eventually became the modern English word 'audit'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, 'audit' meant 'a hearing', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'an official inspection of an organization's accounts'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
an examination or review conducted before the final audit to ensure accuracy and compliance.
The company conducted a pre-audit to identify any discrepancies before the official audit.
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Last updated: 2025/01/13 21:06