cash in


cash in

verb

Definition of CASH IN

transitive verb
: to obtain cash for <cashed in the bonds>
intransitive verb
1
a : to retire from a gambling game b : to settle accounts and withdraw from an involvement (as a business deal)
2
: to obtain advantage or financial profit —often used with on <cash in on a best seller>

First Known Use of CASH IN

1888

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