Meaning of the word accounts in English

What does accounts mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

accounts

US /əˈkaʊnts/
UK /əˈkaʊnts/

Plural Noun

1.

financial records of a business or individual

Example:
The company's accounts showed a significant profit this quarter.
She's responsible for managing the client accounts.
2.

reports or descriptions of an event or experience

Example:
The newspaper published several accounts of the incident.
His personal accounts of the war were harrowing.