from the creditor's viewpoint, a charge incurred in one accounting period that has not been, but is to be, paid by the end of it.
An increase; something that accumulates, especially an amount of money that periodically accumulates for a specific purpose
A cash payment of money by a company to its shareholders, usually made periodically (e.g., quarterly or annually).
A number or expression that is to be divided by another.
Beneficial results from a metaphorical investment (of time, effort, etc.)
To pay out a dividend.