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defined benefit plan

Definition from Nolo’s Plain-English Law Dictionary

A type of pension plan that promises a specific benefit upon retirement. The benefit may be a set amount (such as $1,000 per month) or may be calculated according to a formula based on, for example, years of service and average salary. Compare: defined contribution plan

Definition provided by Nolo’s Plain-English Law Dictionary.

August 19, 2010, 5:14 pm