gift certificate

noun

1. a certificate entitling the bearer to select merchandise of a specified cash value from a store, usually presented as a gift.

Word History and Origins

Origin of gift certificate¹

First recorded in 1940–45

Example Sentences

You’ll be emailed a gift certificate to send to your loved one, helping them assuage their guilt over flying across the country, eating a lot of meat or other carbon-intensive activities they plan to engage in over the holidays.

From Time

That said, if this list still doesn’t cut it, get them a good old-fashioned gift certificate — because there’s nothing foodies love more than control.

From Eater

For the person on your list who prizes experiences over material items, a gift certificate from their preferred guiding outfitter, lodge, or travel service is a guaranteed hit.

From Outside Online

Most lodges sell merchandise, so check their websites and start ordering, or buy a gift certificate toward a trip from an outfitter you love.

From Outside Online

If not, honestly a gift certificate or subscription to the “Game Pass” service that provides free games is fine.

From TechCrunch