Meaning & Definition of word "Cash"
Cash
/kæʃ/
noun:
- 1. Money in the form of coins or banknotes, as opposed to checks, credit, or other forms.
- Example: I prefer to carry cash instead of using my credit card.
- 2. The available financial resources or money that can be readily used.
- Example: The company needs cash to pay its bills on time.
verb:
- 1. To exchange a check or similar document for cash.
- Example: I need to cash my paycheck at the bank.
- 2. To convert a non-cash asset into cash.
- Example: He decided to cash his investments to have more liquid assets.
Etymology
●Late Middle English: from Old French 'casse', 'caise', from Latin 'capsa' meaning 'box'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
cash cow:
A business or product that generates a steady income.
cash in:
To convert something into cash or to benefit from a situation.
cash out:
To withdraw funds or redeem investments.
Related Words
cashier:
A person responsible for receiving payments.
cashless:
A system where transactions are conducted without physical cash.
cash flow:
The total amount of money being transferred in and out of a business.
Slang Meanings of cash
Meaning: Dough
● Example Sentence: I made a lot of dough selling those sneakers.
Meaning: Bucks
● Example Sentence: I just earned a few bucks from my part-time job.
Meaning: Bread
● Example Sentence: I need to save some bread for vacation.
Meaning: Moolah
● Example Sentence: I'm low on moolah this week.
Meaning: Cheddar
● Example Sentence: He's making big cheddar with his new job.