Definitions

1. verb

to keep or maintain a record of business transactions, accounts, etc.

“The accountant was responsible for bookkeeping the company’s financial records.”

2. verb

to cheat or swindle, especially by manipulating accounts or records.

“He was accused of bookkeeping the charity out of thousands of dollars.”

3. noun

the act or practice of keeping or maintaining a record of business transactions, accounts, etc.

“The company outsourced its bookkeeping to a professional service.”

4. noun

a person who keeps or maintains a record of business transactions, accounts, etc.

“The bookkeeper was responsible for the company’s financial records.”