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cashback

British  
/ ˈkæʃˌbæk /

noun

    1. a discount offered in return for immediate payment

    2. ( as modifier )

      cashback price £519.99 — save £30!

    1. a service provided by some supermarkets in which customers paying by debit card can draw cash

    2. the cash so drawn

"Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged" 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012

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He also recommends signing up for store loyalty programs, using coupons or cashback platforms like Ibotta, and then of course writing a shopping list and budget ahead of time.

From Salon May 1, 2025

It is also alleged they dishonestly obtained money by a cashback system.

From BBC Jun. 14, 2023

Racking up points or cashback with this strategy may seem tempting, but it’s essential to understand the risks.

From Seattle Times Nov. 21, 2022

These are not only easier to apply for but have benefits such as cashback and discounts to stores.

From Slate Aug. 26, 2022

The bank recently launched savings accounts in Britain, after initially offering current accounts and cashback on purchases.

From Reuters May 23, 2022

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