checkbook

American  

[chek-book] / ˈtʃɛkˌbʊk /

noun

1. a book containing blank checks check or orders on a bank.

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Etymology

Origin of checkbook

An Americanism dating back to 1770–80; check ¹ + book

Example Sentences

The fiscal frailty leaves Saudi Arabia with a weakened hand in the craft of checkbook diplomacy, a favored tool of the U.S. president.

From The Wall Street Journal

But I’m the one who balances our checkbook.

From MarketWatch

If, like my wife, you find that frustrating and unsatisfactory, the brand-name medical center offers you a pile of word jerky to chew on while you get your checkbook out.

From The Wall Street Journal

“Talk about the power being with the people and the people making that clear with their checkbooks,” Harris said of Kimmel’s return.

From Los Angeles Times

Local officials requested emergency funding on the last regular day of the legislative session, meaning the state’s checkbook can’t be adjusted until lawmakers reconvene in January.

From Los Angeles Times