Break-even
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Break-even is a noun meaning (business, management) The level of revenues sufficient to cover costs.
Meaning
(business, management) The level of revenues sufficient to cover costs.
More Meanings
- that is characterized by the level of revenues just sufficient to cover costs
Example Sentences
The Altair 8800 computer was a break-even sale for MITS.
We'll never reach break-even if our variable costs are higher than our selling price.
The British Transport Commission (BTC) was created to own not just the railways, but also London Underground, docks, inland waterways, and some road haulage activities. Its remit was to operate on a break-even basis, with sustained losses unacceptable.
Word Forms
- break-evens
- breakeven
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include breakeven, profitability, profitable, balance, equilibrium, cost-effective.
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