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banker's acceptance

American  
[bang-kerz ak-sep-tuhns] / ˈbæŋ kərz ækˈsɛp təns /

noun

  1. a draft or bill of exchange that a bank has accepted. BA


Etymology

Origin of banker's acceptance

First recorded in 1810–15

Example Sentences

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"This allows banks to 'window dress' their loan books by purchasing banker's acceptance bills so that they can meet the loan targets," he said.

From Reuters • May 23, 2022

Before granting them he wanted as assurance the equivalent of a "banker's acceptance," presumably a guarantee that Congress will pass the kind of strict crop control law which he desires.

From Time Magazine Archive