Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

payment-transaction

noun
/ˈpeɪmənt trænˈzækʃən/
Definition
A payment transaction is an exchange of money or value for goods or services, typically involving a transfer from a buyer to a seller.
Examples
  • The payment transaction was successful, and the order was confirmed.
  • She received a notification that her payment transaction had been processed.
  • Ensuring security during a payment transaction is critical for online shopping.
Meaning
It specifically refers to the act of making a payment and the processing that occurs to complete that payment through a financial system.
Synonyms
  • financial transaction
  • money transfer
  • payment process
  • expenditure