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depreciation

de·pre·ci·a·tion [ di prshee áysh'n ]


noun 
Definition:
 
1. drop in value: the decrease in value of an item over time

2. amount of decrease: the amount or percentage by which something decreases in value over time, usually one year

3. belittlement: critical commentary or strong disparagement of somebody or something

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