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long account

[/lɔːŋ əˈkaʊnt/]
nounpl: long accounts
conta longa
1. A detailed financial or business record that extends over a lengthy period or involves extensive itemization
The auditor reviewed the long account spanning five years of transactions.
O auditor revisou a conta longa abrangendo cinco anos de transações.
2. In historical contexts, a comprehensive written explanation or narrative of events
He gave a long account of his travels through Europe.
Ele deu uma conta longa de suas viagens pela Europa.
3. A financial statement or invoice with numerous line items or charges
The restaurant presented a long account with separate charges for each item.
O restaurante apresentou uma conta longa com cobranças separadas para cada item.
Synonyms
detailed accountitemized statementcomprehensive recordextensive list
Antonyms
brief accountshort summarycondensed statement

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
conta longa
Standard usage in business and financial contexts
Portugal
conta detalhada
Often preferred to emphasize the detailed nature of the account

Related Idioms & Phrases

give a long account of something
settle a long account
outstanding long account
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