Meaning of the word amortize in English

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

amortize

US /ˈæm.ɔːr.taɪz/
UK /əˈmɔː.taɪz/

Verb

to reduce a debt by paying regular amounts of money over a period of time

Example:
The company plans to amortize the loan over 15 years.
You can amortize the cost of the new equipment over several years.