Meaning of the word "deferred revenue" in English

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deferred revenue

US /dɪˌfɜːrd ˈrev.ə.nuː/
UK /dɪˌfɜːrd ˈrev.ə.nuː/
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Noun

1.

A liability on a company's balance sheet that represents payments received for goods or services that have not yet been delivered or provided to customers. It is also known as unearned revenue.

Example:
The software company recorded the annual subscription fee as deferred revenue until the service was fully provided.
Understanding deferred revenue is crucial for accurate financial reporting.
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