tax return

tax return
A written statement of one's income for the taxable year, accepted by the taxing authority as verified under oath, showing income from all sources, such as dividends, interest, rents, earnings, etc. and the amount of income taxable as calculated, taking account of deductions and exemptions. A sworn list required of a taxpayer, showing his personal property subject to taxation, such to be presented to the assessor in time for the making up of the tax list. 51 Am J1st Tax § 667. In a broader sense, any statement or report made to the taxing authority of property, income, gift, estate, or inheritance subject to taxation.

Ballentine's law dictionary. . 1998.

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