Meaning of the word pretax in English

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

pretax

US /ˌpriːˈtæks/
UK /ˌpriːˈtæks/
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Adjective

before taxes have been deducted

Example:
The company reported a pretax profit of $5 million.
Employees can contribute to their retirement plan on a pretax basis.