Associations to the word «Scrip»

Wiktionary

SCRIP, noun. A small medieval bag used to carry food, money, utensils etc.
SCRIP, noun. Small change.
SCRIP, noun. A scrap of paper.
SCRIP, noun. A document certifying possession of land, or in lieu of money.
SCRIP, noun. A voucher or token coin used in payrolls under the truck system; chit.
SCRIP, noun. Any substitute for legal tender that is produced by a natural person or private legal person and is often a form of credit.
SCRIP, noun. A share certificate.
SCRIP, noun. (informal) (British) A medical prescription.

Dictionary definition

SCRIP, noun. A certificate whose value is recognized by the payer and payee; scrip is not currency but may be convertible into currency.

Wise words

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