statement

English

/ˈsteɪtm(ə)nt/, /ˈsteɪtmənt/

noun
Definitions
  • A declaration or remark.
  • A presentation of opinion or position.
  • (finance) A document that summarizes financial activity.
  • (computing) An instruction in a computer program.

Etymology

Suffix from English state (phase of matter).

Origin

English

state

Gloss

phase of matter

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