credit card

noun

1. a card that identifies a person as entitled to have food, merchandise, services, etc., billed on a charge account.

credit card

noun

1. a card issued by banks, businesses, etc, enabling the holder to obtain goods and services on credit

Word History and Origins

Origin of credit card¹

An Americanism dating back to 1885–90

Example Sentences

In September, Lotte Cards also said the data of nearly three million customers was leaked after a cyber-attack on the credit card firm.

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In alarming numbers, people are skipping meals to save money, paying bills with credit cards and tapping into savings.

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I recommend you meet all minimum monthly payments, but pay off your highest-interest credit cards first.

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Related Words

• bank card