deposit money

American  

noun

Banking.

1. checks, letters of credit, etc., that circulate and are payable on demand.

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Etymology

Origin of deposit money

First recorded in 1815–25

Example Sentences

Tourism ministry and mountaineering department officials told the BBC most of the deposit money had been refunded over the years - which should mean most climbers brought back their trash.

From BBC

Tourism ministry officials said it will most probably be $4,000 per climber - the same amount as deposit money - and will come into effect once passed by the parliament.

From BBC

The president of the fair’s board later questioned why anyone would deposit money in a remote place at such an hour.

From Los Angeles Times

Small boat passengers can deposit money for their crossing in holding accounts in the UK and elsewhere using "hawala" brokers.

From BBC

Also, if you want to bet on Polymarket, you can’t just deposit money from your bank account or credit card and start placing bets.

From Salon