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cashless

American  
[kash-lis] / ˈkæʃ lɪs /

adjective

  1. having or using no cash.


cashless British  
/ ˈkæʃlɪs /

adjective

  1. functioning, operated, or performed without using coins or banknotes for money transactions but instead using credit cards or electronic transfer of funds

    cashless shopping

"Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged" 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012

Other Word Forms

Etymology

Origin of cashless

First recorded in 1825–35; cash 1 + -less

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Founded in 2004, GCash is one of the Philippines’ largest digital cashless ecosystems, serving 94 million users through its mobile wallet and financial super app.

From The Wall Street Journal Jun. 29, 2026

The event will be cashless, with only credit cards, debit cards or mobile pay accepted.

From Los Angeles Times Jun. 7, 2026

It’s known for inexpensive, cashless takeout cafes that allow for quick coffee pickups.

From Barron's Jun. 1, 2026

The network also underpins the fan experience, from ticketing and stadium maps, to cashless payments for drinks, food and merchandise.

From BBC Feb. 26, 2026

This also Vladislaus, the beneficent cashless Uncle, liking George more and more, permitted to be done.

From History of Friedrich II of Prussia — Volume 03 by Thomas Carlyle

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