scrip

²scrip

noun

Definition of SCRIP

1

: a short writing (as a certificate, schedule, or list)

2

: a small piece

3

a : any of various documents used as evidence that the holder or bearer is entitled to receive something (as a fractional share of stock or an allotment of land) b : paper currency or a token issued for temporary use in an emergency

Origin of SCRIP

alteration of script

First Known Use: 1590

Other Monetary Terms

clad, legend, numismatic, obverse, reverse, series, specie