Depreciation is an accounting and tax concept used to estimate the loss of value of assets over time. For example, cars depreciate with use.
Be sure to read up on accumulated depreciation, and check out the entry on EBITDA (earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization) as well.
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