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What does “T-account” mean in bookkeeping?

T-account: A simple drawing of one account shaped like a T: debits on the left, credits on the right. Used to learn and to work out entries on paper.

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Written for US bookkeeping. Last reviewed November 5, 2026. See all 100 terms.