cashless

American  

[kash-lis] / ˈkæʃ lɪs /

adjective

1. having or using no cash.

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cashless British  

/ ˈkæʃlɪs /

adjective

1. functioning, operated, or performed without using coins or banknotes for money transactions but instead using credit cards or electronic transfer of funds

   cashless shopping

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Other Word Forms

• cashlessness noun

Etymology

Origin of cashless

First recorded in 1825–35; cash ¹ + -less

Example Sentences

For the past decade, sales have grown 12% annually, according to FactSet, as global consumer spending has increased and many countries are still in the midst of moving away from cash and into cashless payments.

From Barron's • Apr. 15, 2026

Event parking is $25 and is completely cashless.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 15, 2026

Founded in Beijing in 2017, Luckin became known for its technology-driven retail model, appealing to a young consumer base with its app-focused ordering, cashless payments, loyalty programs, deep discounts and promotions.

From Salon • Jul. 27, 2025

"We are sadly faced with the prospect of a cashless society, with so many places refusing to accept my cash, so I have to wonder, why bother changing the design?" says Dawn in Redditch.

From BBC • Jul. 3, 2025

This also Vladislaus, the beneficent cashless Uncle, liking George more and more, permitted to be done.

From History of Friedrich II of Prussia — Volume 03 by Carlyle, Thomas