Etymology

accountant

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Today it means: One who renders account; one accountable. Full definition →

First used 15th–19th c.Middle French acuntant
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  1. Middle French · derived fromacuntant
  2. English todayaccountant

From Middle English, from Middle French acuntant. Equivalent to account + -ant. First attested in the mid 15th century.

First known use, by meaning

  • 15th–19th c. Accountable.

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