depreciation Meaning, Definition & Usage

  1. noun a decrease in price or value
    • depreciation of the dollar against the yen
  2. noun decrease in value of an asset due to obsolescence or use
    wear and tear.
  3. noun a communication that belittles somebody or something
    derogation; disparagement.

WordNet


De*pre`ci*a"tion noun
Etymology
Cf. F. dépréciation.
Definitions
  1. The act of lessening, or seeking to lessen, price, value, or reputation.
  2. The falling of value; reduction of worth. Burke.
  3. the state of being depreciated.

Webster 1913