"401(k)" meaning in All languages combined

See 401(k) on Wiktionary

Noun [English]

IPA: /fɔɹ.oʊ.wʌn.keɪ/ Forms: 401(k)s [plural]
Etymology: From section 401(k) of the US Internal Revenue Code, which provides for such accounts. Head templates: {{en-noun|head=401(k)}} 401(k) (plural 401(k)s)
  1. (US) A tax-qualified, defined-contribution pension account. Tags: US

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