traveler check

traveler's check

noun
a check issued in any of various denominations by a bank, travel agency, etc., that is signed by the purchaser upon purchase and again, in the presence of the payee, when cashing the check or using it to pay for goods or services.
Origin:
1905–10

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traveler's check

noun
a letter of credit issued by a bank or express company that is payable on presentation to any correspondent of the issuer 
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