Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
counterfoil
noun
/ˈkaʊntərˌfɔɪl/
Definition
A counterfoil is a part of a document or ticket that is retained as a record after a portion has been cut away or removed.
Examples
- When purchasing a ticket, you should keep the counterfoil as it may be needed for future reference.
- The accountant checked the counterfoil against the receipts for accuracy.
- She filed the counterfoil in her journal so she’d remember the ticket number.
Meaning
It serves as a proof or stub that confirms the authenticity of the original document.
Synonyms
- stub
- receipt
- voucher
