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cashless

|cash-less|

B2

/ˈkæʃləs/

without cash

Etymology
Etymology Information

'cashless' originates from the English word 'cash' combined with the suffix '-less,' indicating the absence of cash.

Historical Evolution

'cash' from Old French 'casse' meaning 'money box' combined with '-less' to form 'cashless.'

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'without cash,' and this meaning has remained consistent in modern usage.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

not using or involving cash for transactions.

Many stores are moving towards a cashless payment system.

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Last updated: 2025/02/17 15:09