Billback

/ˈbɪlbæk/ noun

Definition

A financial practice where a company invoices or charges back costs to another party, especially in retail or business relationships.

Etymology

From 'bill' (invoice) + 'back' (return or reverse). This compound term describes the act of sending a bill back to a party responsible for costs.

Kelly Says

Retailers use billback when suppliers owe them money for things like damaged goods or promotional support—it's a way to shift costs between business partners!

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