Definition

A card given by a bank that allows the holder to access their bank account and use it for transactions.

Example

I used my bankcard to pay for groceries at the store.

Conversation

Have you seen my bankcard? I can't find it anywhere.

I think I saw it on the kitchen counter earlier.

Oh, really? I need it for my shopping trip later.

You should double-check there; it might still be there.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Bankcard → It is formed from "bank" (from Old Italian *banca*, meaning a bench or table for money exchange) and "card" (from Latin *charta*, meaning a piece of paper). The word "bankcard" refers to a card used in banking transactions, typically for accessing funds or making payments.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'bank' as a place where money is managed and a 'card' as a piece of paper that allows you to access that money. This helps you remember that a bankcard is used for banking transactions.

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