Pronunciation: /bɪl/
noun a proposed law presented for approval to a legislative body
A1 I need to pay my phone bill.
A2 The restaurant bill was more expensive than I expected.
B1 Can you split the bill with me for dinner tonight?
B2 The bill for the repairs to my car was higher than I anticipated.
C1 The government passed a new bill to improve healthcare access.
C2 The bill for the construction project came in under budget.
verb to propose a law
A1 I will bill you for the services rendered.
A2 She bills her clients on a monthly basis.
B1 The company will bill you for any additional expenses incurred.
B2 The contractor billed the client for the completed project.
C1 The lawyer bills by the hour for their legal services.
C2 The hotel will bill your credit card for any room damages.
formal The bill for the services rendered has been sent to your mailing address.
informal Hey, don't forget to pay your phone bill by the end of the month.
slang I can't believe how high my electricity bill is this month, it's ridiculous!
figurative His reckless behavior towards others will eventually come back to him like a bill that needs to be paid.
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