credit card

noun

: a card authorizing purchases on credit

Examples of credit card in a Sentence

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Katherine Fan is a travel journalist covering points and miles, loyalty programs, and credit card rewards. Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 Apr. 2026 Another paid down credit card debt that had been a source of stress. Benjamin F. Henwood, The Conversation, 2 Apr. 2026 Despite higher gas prices in March, credit card data shows consumers are continuing to spend, suggesting households so far are weathering the financial impact of higher fuel costs, according to Navy Federal Credit Union. Aimee Picchi, CBS News, 2 Apr. 2026 High bond yields make borrowing more expensive for average Americans, since 10-year Treasury rates influence the rates offered for a variety of loans, including mortgages and credit cards. Max Zahn, ABC News, 2 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for credit card

Word History

First Known Use

1888, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of credit card was in 1888

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“Credit card.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/credit%20card. Accessed 4 Apr. 2026.

Kids Definition

credit card

noun
: a card with which one can buy things on credit

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