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means test

(mēnz)

An investigation into the financial well-being of a person to determine the person's eligibility for financial assistance.

means test

(Social Welfare) a test involving the checking of a person's income to determine whether he qualifies for financial or social aid from a government. Compare needs test

ˈmeans-tested adj

means′ test`

an investigation into a person's finances to determine eligibility for public assistance.

[1925–30]

means′-test`

v.t.

1. to subject (a person or a specific benefit) to a means test: The government proposes to means-test Medicare.

v.i.

2. to perform a means test: fair and responsible means-testing.

[1960–65]

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means test - an inquiry into the financial position of someone applying for financial aid

enquiry, inquiry - a systematic investigation of a matter of public interest

Translations

accertamento del reddito

means test

n → Einkommens- or Vermögensveranlagung f

means test

n (Admin) → accertamento dei redditi (per concedere di prestito)

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