### Question
What is the definition of account?


### Answer
The definition of **account** is as follows in *5 U.S.C. § 8401*:

> an account established and maintained under section 8439(a) of this title

#### Citation:
  - *5 U.S.C. § 8401*
  - Heading: **PART III-EMPLOYEES > Subpart G-Insurance and Annuities > CHAPTER 84-FEDERAL EMPLOYEES&rsquo; RETIREMENT SYSTEM > SUBCHAPTER I-GENERAL PROVISIONS**

