bank money

noun

1. checks, drafts, and bank credits other than currency that are the equivalent of money.

Word History and Origins

Origin of bank money¹

First recorded in 1900–05

Example Sentences

I have always feared he found poor Hal on the verge of tampering with the bank money, but he never would say a word.

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These transfers came afterwards to be known as "bank money."

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They wanted to believe in what he said, as this would save the bank money and themselves embarrassment.

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Neither had ever owed his bank money, they were always depositors.'

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Now, children, it wouldn't be right for you to take your bank money to help Mrs. Golden.

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