Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
gift-certificate
noun
ɡɪft ˈsɜːrtɪfɪkət

Definition
A gift certificate is a prepaid card or voucher that can be used as a form of payment for goods or services at a specific store or business.

Examples
- She received a gift certificate for her favorite restaurant.
- He used the gift certificate to buy a new pair of shoes.
- They gave her a gift certificate for a spa treatment.

Meaning
It is essentially a way for someone to offer a gift to another person, allowing them to choose what they would like to purchase.

Synonyms
- gift card
- voucher
- credit note