stocktaking

/ˌstɑkˈteɪkɪŋ/
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Other forms: stocktakings

Definitions of stocktaking
  1. noun
    making an itemized list of merchandise or supplies on hand
    synonyms: inventory, inventorying, stock-taking
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    types:
    stock-take, stocktake
    an instance of stocktaking
    type of:
    itemisation, itemization, listing
    the act of making a list of items
  2. noun
    reappraisal of a situation or position or outlook
    synonyms: stock-taking
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    type of:
    reappraisal, reassessment, revaluation, review
    a new appraisal or evaluation
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