deposits

word · lemma: deposit

/dəˈpɑzɪts/
/dɪpˈɒsɪts/

Definition

'Deposits' mean amounts of money put into a bank account or money given as a security, or layers of material collected in a place over time (like minerals or sand).

Usage & Nuances

Often used in banking ('make deposits', 'security deposits') and geology ('mineral deposits'). 'Deposit' as a noun is countable; as a verb, it's 'deposit'. Be careful: 'deposits' in banking vs. physical substances. Common collocations: 'bank deposits', 'security deposits', 'mineral deposits'.

Example Sentences

Rain can leave dirty deposits on your car overnight.

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I made two deposits into my savings account this month.

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The deposits of coal in this region are enormous.

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Landlords often require security deposits from new tenants.

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The bank doesn't charge fees on small deposits anymore.

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Online banking makes tracking your deposits really easy.

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