nettoed

Nettoed is a nonstandard verb form sometimes used in informal or niche financial writing to mean “netted”—that is, the net amount after all deductions such as taxes, fees, or returns. It is not widely recognized in major dictionaries and is generally considered a coinage rather than an official term. In most formal contexts, the standard form netted is preferred.

Usage and notes

Nettoed appears primarily as a stylistic variant in specific industries or regional writing styles. Because it is not broadly established, it can cause confusion or appear unprofessional in formal reports, audits, or publication. When clarity is important, writers should use netted or the related noun net amount rather than nettoed.

Examples

- The gross revenue was $1.2 million; after expenses and taxes, the nettoed income was $750,000.

- Investors calculate the nettoed return after management fees.

Note: these examples illustrate intended meaning but rely on a nonstandard form; in standard practice, netted would be used.

Origin and reception

Nettoed likely arose as a phonetic pairing with the English verb net, reflecting a tendency in some English varieties to form past tenses with -ed-like suffixes. However, the form lacks widespread acceptance and is not documented as a standard variant in major reference works. As a result, its use is typically limited to nonclinical notes, internal memos, or stylistic experiments.

See also

Net, Netted, Netting, Take-home pay.