cashier's check

American  

noun

1. a check drawn by a bank on its own funds and signed by its cashier.

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Etymology

Origin of cashier's check

An Americanism dating back to 1865–70

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• cashier's check vs. certified check

Example Sentences

Another Moneyist reader, selling a Roush Mustant, said they took a lot of precautions when they sold their car online to a buyer in New Zealand: “I opened a throwaway account and had them wire the money directly. As soon as it cleared, I closed the account and had them cut a cashier’s check to me, which I deposited into my account.”

From MarketWatch

In December 2020, Lemons issued himself a $200,000 cashier’s check from a bank account belonging to the church, authorities said.

From Los Angeles Times

Guitarist Izzy Stradlin carrying a $750,000 cashier’s check that Niven had to take from him and hide in his own shoe for safekeeping during a raucous trip to New Orleans.

From Los Angeles Times

The state’s lawsuit alleges that Weaver used government funds to purchase a personal Tesla and write a $20,000 cashier’s check.

From Los Angeles Times

As part of the settlement, Moonves agreed to provide a cashier’s check for $11,250 earlier this week.

From Los Angeles Times