audit
nounfemininetécnico/awdiˈtɔɾiɐ/medium
au·di·tó·ri·a
Definition
A systematic and independent examination of records, processes, systems, or organizations to verify their compliance, effectiveness, or truthfulness.
The internal audit revealed some irregularities.
The company hired an external audit.
Common collocations
internal auditexternal auditfinancial audit
Etymology
Do latim 'auditorium', através do inglês 'audit'.