1. an official examination of financial records or accounts
2. a systematic review or assessment of something

1. to conduct an official examination of financial records or accounts
2. to attend a class without receiving credit
Usage: academic

Examples

• The company hired an external firm to conduct the annual audit.
• The IRS decided to audit his tax returns from last year.
• She chose to audit the philosophy course rather than take it for credit.
• The security audit revealed several vulnerabilities in the system.
• An energy audit can help homeowners reduce their utility bills.
• The auditors found discrepancies in the financial statements.
• The government will audit the department’s spending practices.