Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

banknote

noun
/ˈbæŋkˌnoʊt/
Definition
A banknote is a piece of paper money that is issued by a bank and is typically used as a medium of exchange.
Examples
  • He pulled out a banknote to pay for his coffee.
  • Many countries have colorful banknotes with various security features.
  • The banknote was accepted at stores across the country.
Meaning
Banknotes serve as a legal tender, representing a promise by the issuing bank to pay the bearer a specific amount of money.
Synonyms
  • bill
  • currency
  • note