promissory note
noun
a written promise to pay a specified sum of money to a designated person, or to the bearer of the note, at a fixed time or on demand.
promissory notes
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pluralof promissory note.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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The company said Wednesday that the Series F financing round includes $70 million in new capital and the conversion of $30 million in convertible promissory notes with accrued interest.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jan. 8, 2026
Baston is accused of providing investors with promissory notes promising repayment plus a fee of up to 25% of the investment’s value.
From Washington Times ● Jun. 24, 2023
LDR claims that King sent promissory notes and loan documents to LDR agents that were fabricated.
From Los Angeles Times ● Feb. 22, 2023
Starting that year, they said, the company sold more than $270 million in promissory notes, offering fat returns and targeting widows, retirees and others with limited funds.
From New York Times ● Aug. 26, 2022
Several of those who signed promissory notes did so without reading the paperwork.
From "Friday Night Lights: A Town, A Team, And A Dream" by H.G. Bissinger
