Definition of "receipt" in английский

noun

1. The act of receiving, or the fact of having been received.

   • A balance payable on receipt of the goods.

2. (obsolete) The fact of having received a blow, injury etc.

3. (in the plural) A quantity or amount received; takings.

   • This weekend's receipts alone cover our costs to mount the production!

4. A written acknowledgment that a specified article or sum of money has been received.

5. (usually in the plural) (A piece of) evidence, documentation, etc. to prove one's past actions, accomplishments, etc.

6. (Internet slang, usually in the plural, by extension) (A piece of) evidence (e.g. documentation or screen captures) of past wrongdoing.

7. (archaic in New England and rural US since end of 20th century, elsewhere since middle of 20th century) A recipe, instructions, prescription.

8. (obsolete) A receptacle.

9. (obsolete) A revenue office.

10. (obsolete) Reception, as an act of hospitality.

11. (obsolete) Capability of receiving; capacity.

12. (obsolete) A recess; a retired place.

verb

1. To give or write a receipt (for something).

   • to receipt delivered goods

2. To put a receipt on, as by writing or stamping; to mark a bill as having been paid.

   • to receipt a bill