reimbursement

[ ree-im-burs-muhnt ]

noun

1. repayment for an expense or loss incurred:

   Visitors will receive reimbursement for travel and housing expenses.

Other Words From

• non·re·im·burse·ment noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of reimbursement¹

reimburse ( def ) + -ment ( def )

Example Sentences

These definitions can also inform policy decisions regarding resource allocation, reimbursement, and quality-improvement initiatives, shaping the delivery of healthcare services.

From Science Daily

Prosecutors said that Trump tried to disguise reimbursements to his personal attorney, who had paid off an adult film star with whom Trump allegedly had an affair.

From BBC

This can also be claimed by a representative, and insurers can claim for reimbursement after paying a claim in part or in full by a person affected by riots.

From BBC

A Los Angeles woman and Burbank man have been charged in a Medicare fraud scheme in which federal prosecutors say the duo received millions in fraudulent reimbursements.

From Los Angeles Times

The convictions stemmed from Trump’s attempt to cover up reimbursements to his ex-lawyer, Michael Cohen, who in 2016 paid off an adult film star to remain silent about an alleged sexual encounter with Trump.

From BBC

Related Words

• payment
• remuneration
• repayment
• restitution