The International Dictionary of Accounting Acronyms

I do not think I have ever seen the preface to a book with so many disclaimers. The book “is not intended to be either authoritative or exhaustive. Nor does the inclusion of an acronym represent an expression of the author’s or publisher’s opinion as to any trademark or other rights in an acronym. Nor should the omission of an acronym be interpreted as an indication of … lack of recognition or usage in practice. The dictionary should not be relied upon ... (etc., etc.).” All fair comment, and refreshingly honest, but hardly a turn‐on. “Accountantese”, perhaps.

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