cash-in

[ kash-in ]

noun

1. redemption, as of mutual-fund shares.

cash in

verb

1. tr to give (something) in exchange, esp for money
2. informal.
   introften foll byon
   1. to profit (from)
   2. to take advantage (of)
3. intr a slang expression for die 1

Word History and Origins

Origin of cash-in¹

First recorded in 1935–40; noun use of verb phrase cash in

Example Sentences

When federal legislators eased tribal land restrictions in 1959, allowing for 99-year leases, the city and tribal land owners had an opportunity to address health concerns in the area — and cash in on the land.

From Los Angeles Times

They paid him a modest upfront amount, leaving him unable to cash in on the whopping £650m it is estimated to have made the platform.

From BBC

But, whether it is the system or individuals within it, potential has not been cashed in as points.

From BBC

It failed to file legally mandated reports of suspicious transactions even though one of the launderers had deposited and withdrawn “more than $1 million in cash in a single day.”

From Los Angeles Times

“And I think it’s inappropriate to start what would almost be cashing in on their relapse.”

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

• close
• die
• drop
• end
• expire
• go
• stop