bank check

noun

1. cashier's check.
2. a check that the holder of a checking account draws on a bank for payment.

Word History and Origins

Origin of bank check¹

An Americanism dating back to 1795–1805

Example Sentences

Alice Bradley stopped before them, an open letter in one hand, a bank check in the other.

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A bill of exchange or bank check is not accepted without reference to the character or credit of the person who offers it.

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Checks are made out in regular bank-check form, and receipts are given.

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In order to keep track of them we use a book, something like a bank check-book.

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Remittances should be made, if possible, by Bank-check or by Postal money-order.

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