banknote

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[edit] Etymology

bank + note

[edit] Noun

banknote (plural banknotes)

1. A piece of paper currency, more commonly called a bill in the United States and Canada.
2. (historical) A demand note issued by private banks presumably backed up by gold or silver coin.

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