stocktaking

[ stok-tey-king ]

/ ˈstɒkˌteɪ kɪŋ /

the examination or counting over of materials or goods on hand, as in a stockroom or store.

the act of appraising a present situation, condition, degree of progress, etc., in terms of accomplishments and ultimate goals.

Origin of stocktaking

First recorded in 1855–60; stock + taking

It was my week's stocktaking that I told this particular lie about, and Kitty never knew when that temporary job came to an end.

In Accordance with the Evidence |Oliver Onions
The stocktaking is nothing; but I was afraid I might get another that would stiffen me properly.

The Ebbing Of The Tide |Louis Becke
She had dropped unconsciously into her “stocktaking” attitude.

Tommy and Co. |Jerome K. Jerome
But indeed, if the loss of a single duster were the sole crime revealed on stocktaking day, you would be fortunate.

Observations of an Orderly |Ward Muir

As the new year approached Reynolds asked if there was to be any stocktaking, and, if so, on what lines it should be done?

The Little Missis |Charlotte Skinner

stocktaking

/ (ˈstɒkˌteɪkɪŋ) /

the examination, counting, and valuing of goods on hand in a shop or business

a reassessment of one's current situation, progress, prospects, etc