joint account

noun

1. a bank account in the names of two or more persons or parties and subject to withdrawals by each.

joint account

noun

1. a bank account registered in the name of two or more persons, any of whom may make deposits and withdrawals

Example Sentences

When she asked for a joint account, like other couples she knew, he said no.

From Salon

Opening a joint account has drawbacks, too, such as what might happen if a friend wants to leave the group.

From New York Times

Depending on the bank, removing someone from a joint account can be tough or impossible without closing the account.

From New York Times

In addition, unlike an individual account, a joint account gives every person equal legal ownership of the funds in it whether the person contributed all of the money or not.

From New York Times

United said Thursday that a “pool leader” can pick up to four other people to set up a joint account in its MileagePlus program.

From Seattle Times