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Noun setoff has 1 sense
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Definitions from the WebTerm: SetoffDescription:Setoff can be used as a noun or a verb with multiple senses and usages. As a noun, it refers to an amount that is subtracted or deducted from a total. It can also indicate a counterclaim made by a defendant against a plaintiff's claim in a legal proceeding. As a verb, setoff means to deduct or subtract an amount from a total, or to counterbalance or compensate for something. Examples:Noun:1. The bank applied a setoff to the outstanding loan balance. 2. The defendant filed a setoff in response to the plaintiff's claim. Verb:1. The business set off the customer's discount against their final bill. 2. The pleasure of meeting her old friends set off the disappointment of not getting the job. Related Products: | ||||
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