checking account

Dictionary: check·ing account (chĕk'ĭng)

A bank account in which checks may be written against amounts on deposit.

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A deposit account for funds intended for quick turnover. Checking accounts offer very low interest on unused cash balances.

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The noun has one meaning:

Meaning #1: a bank account against which the depositor can drawn checks payable on demand

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