cast up one's accounts
An archaic phrase with dual meanings, primarily used in historical contexts.
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Definition
C2Bookkeeping
(archaic, formal)To calculate or add up financial figures.
Example
- In the 18th century, merchants would often cast up their accounts at the end of the trading day.
C2General
(idiomatic, archaic)To vomit.
Example
- After the rough sea voyage, many passengers were casting up their accounts.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "cast up one's accounts":
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