credit card

American  

noun

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

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credit card British  

noun

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

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Etymology

Origin of credit card

An Americanism dating back to 1885–90

Example Sentences

Wealth management, investment banking, and credit card offerings for affluent consumers are areas where Citi has set out plans to expand and boost performance.

From Barron's • May 6, 2026

Say that you need to be reimbursed at the end of each week so you’re able to pay your credit card off in full.

From MarketWatch • May 5, 2026

While the credit card may bear Spirit’s name, it was issued by Bank of America.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 2, 2026

He said it would operate in the same way that his credit card sends him a text after he makes a purchase at Starbucks, for instance.

From Los Angeles Times • May 1, 2026

And if you ain’t got no money or no credit card, you can just pass up the Magic Midtowne Mall, ’cause we’re takin’ up a parkin’ space from payin’ customers.

From "Tears of a Tiger" by Sharon M. Draper

Related Words

• bank card