Meanings
adjectivedefined benefits (not comparable)
alternative DB · alternative defined benefit
- UKnot comparablepensionsDescribing a pension scheme in which an employer agrees to provide a pension payment or lump sum on retirement that is predetermined based on the employee's length of service, earnings history and age.
Synonyms: final salary
Synonyms & antonyms
adjectiveDescribing a pension scheme in which an employer agrees to provide a pension payment or lump sum on retirement that is predetermined based on the employee's length of service, earnings history and age.
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