cashless society

American

noun

a society in which purchases of goods or services are made by credit card or electronic funds transferral rather than with cash or checks.

Etymology

Origin of cashless society

First recorded in 1970–75

Example Sentences

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A cashless society also raises concerns about privacy and surveillance.

From Salon • Feb. 28, 2025

Samantha also worries a cashless society could leave her more vulnerable to scams and theft - something she has already experienced.

From BBC • Feb. 27, 2025

He then said it would help prevent counterfeiting and kidnappers’ ransom payments, and that it was a step toward achieving a cashless society.

From New York Times • Feb. 22, 2023

Nigeria’s push for a cashless society is taking another step as Africa’s most populous country will soon limit the amount of money citizens can withdraw each day.

From Washington Times • Dec. 8, 2022

From barter to the trading of commodities futures and stock options, from money to the cashless society, markets constitute frameworks for higher transaction efficiency, often equated with profit.

From The Civilization of Illiteracy by Nadin, Mihai

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