bank note

American  

Or banknote

noun

1. a promissory note, payable on demand, issued by an authorized bank and intended to circulate as money.

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Etymology

Origin of bank note

First recorded in 1685–95

Example Sentences

If it fails, Myanmar faces economic ruin reminiscent of 1987, when dictator Ne Win voided all bank notes in denominations not divisible by his lucky number 9, wiping out citizens’ savings overnight.

From The Wall Street Journal

In this regard, the bank notes Valhalla deliveries started in October and the company targets sales of around 500 units next year.

From The Wall Street Journal

Inside were immaculate German bank notes, photo albums, envelopes full of notes recording different chapters of his life - and a birth certificate.

From BBC

The trigger was a falling out between McGill and Edinburgh-based Mark Richardson - who has connections to the Daniel crime group - over a drug deal said to involve fake bank notes.

From BBC

The unique serial number on the bank note was the authentication he needed to ensure he was handing the cash over to the right person.

From BBC

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