Meaning of the word costing in English

What does costing mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

costing

US /ˈkɑː.stɪŋ/
UK /ˈkɒs.tɪŋ/

Noun

the process of estimating the cost of a product, service, or project

Example:
The company needs to improve its costing methods to remain competitive.
Accurate costing is crucial for setting product prices.

Verb

present participle of 'cost'

Example:
The new system is costing the company a lot of money.
The delay is costing us valuable time.