Meaning of the word "capital loss" in English
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capital loss
US /ˈkæp.ɪ.təl ˌlɔːs/
UK /ˈkæp.ɪ.təl ˌlɔːs/
Noun
1.
a loss incurred when a capital asset, such as an investment or real estate, decreases in value
Example:
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He reported a significant capital loss on his stock portfolio this year.
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Investors can often deduct capital losses from their taxes.
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