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Words explained

Fiscal year

The 12-month period a government uses for its budget. The federal fiscal year runs from October 1 to September 30 and is named for the calendar year in which it ends. Most states use July 1 to June 30.

Plain meaning written by PSI Sci editors from the linked source. Source: USA.gov, Federal budget process

Also written: fiscal years, FY

Measures that use this word

Record fiscal-year