account
She opened a savings account at the bank.
She created a financial record for saving money.
a record or statement of financial transactions
The company maintains detailed accounts of all expenses.
The company keeps thorough records of all its spending.
Commonly used in banking and finance.
a user profile or login on a website or application
You need to create an account to access premium features.
You must register a user profile to use advanced features.
Common in digital and online contexts.
a person or organization that holds a financial position
The account was audited for compliance.
The financial position was reviewed for regulatory adherence.
Used in accounting and financial reporting.
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Pro Tip
Digital vs. Financial Use
Be mindful of the context when using 'account'—it can mean a financial record or a digital profile.
Gold Rule
Formal vs. Informal
Use 'account' in formal contexts for financial records and in informal contexts for digital profiles.
Word Origin
From Middle English *acount*, from Old French *acount*, from Vulgar Latin *accountus*, from Latin *computus* (calculation).
Usage Notes
In digital contexts, 'account' often refers to a user's profile or login credentials. In finance, it refers to a record of transactions.