open account

American  

noun

1. current account.

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Etymology

Origin of open account

First recorded in 1895–1900

Example Sentences

"I have had the same Ukrainian trading partner for years and an open account with him. How can I now ask him to pay me money while he is struggling to stay alive?"

From Reuters • Mar. 4, 2022

And the only advantage you have is that you have an open account there?-Yes.

From Second Shetland Truck System Report by Guthrie, William

These she procured from the store where her father kept an open account, until the bill having been rendered dotted over with such charges “per daughter Catharine,” these treats to favorite schoolmates ceased.

From Forgotten Books of the American Nursery A History of the Development of the American Story-Book by Halsey, Rosalie Vrylina

The thought has frequently occurred to us that you may desire the advantages of an open account with us.

From How to Write Letters (Formerly The Book of Letters) A Complete Guide to Correct Business and Personal Correspondence by Crowther, Mary Owens

The only country in Europe with which Canada had an open account was Great Britain.

From The History of the Post Office in British North America by Smith, William, Sir