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Synonyms

credit card

American  

noun

  1. a card that identifies a person as entitled to have food, merchandise, services, etc., billed on a charge account.

credit card British  

noun

  1. a card issued by banks, businesses, etc, enabling the holder to obtain goods and services on credit

"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

Etymology

Origin of credit card

An Americanism dating back to 1885–90

Example Sentences

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Wealth management, investment banking, and credit card offerings for affluent consumers are areas where Citi has set out plans to expand and boost performance.

From Barron's • May 6, 2026

Once your child has their own bank accounts and credit card, it’s time for them to learn some functional budgeting.

From MarketWatch • May 5, 2026

While the credit card may bear Spirit’s name, it was issued by Bank of America.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 2, 2026

He said it would operate in the same way that his credit card sends him a text after he makes a purchase at Starbucks, for instance.

From Los Angeles Times • May 1, 2026

Margaret looked over the bill, took a credit card from her wallet, and slipped it into the leather folder.

From "Silent To The Bone" by E.L. Konigsburg

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