When an amount is debited from an account, it means that the amount has been deducted or removed from the account. This typically happens when:

• You make a purchase : Using a debit card or writing a check results in a debit to your account.

• You withdraw cash : Taking money out of an ATM or bank teller.

• You pay a bill : Setting up automatic payments that will debit money from your account each month.

• Fees are charged : Banks may debit your account for service fees.

In summary, a debit reduces the balance of an account. In accounting terms, it records an increase in assets or a decrease in liabilities/equity.