Definitions for "Taxpayer Identification Number"
Keywords:  ssn, ein, tin, irs, identification
A nine-digit taxpaying identification number assigned by the United States Internal Revenue Service to an individual or business.
The number used to report dividends and other income. In the case of individuals it is the Social Security Number, in all other instances, it is the Employer Identification Number.
the Social Security Number (SSN) for individuals or the Employee Identification Number (EIN) for business organizations or non-profit entities.