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Bankbook

Definition

A bankbook refers to a record book or ledger provided by a bank to its customers to keep track of their banking transactions and balance.

Senses

Sense 1: Noun

- A booklet or a small-sized account ledger issued by a bank to record and monitor financial transactions.

- A bankbook is commonly used to record deposits, withdrawals, and interest earnings of a bank account.

- Example: She carefully recorded each transaction in her bankbook to ensure a balanced account.

Sense 2: Noun

- A historical document or register of a bank's customer accounts or transactions.

- Bankbooks were traditionally used to maintain permanent written records of customers' transactions.

- Example: The bankbook from the 1920s gave insights into the financial habits of people during that time.

Sense 3: Noun

- A slang term referring to a substantial amount of money or wealth that a person possesses.

- Bankbook can be used to allude to financial success or a person's considerable net worth.

- Example: After his successful investment, David could finally enjoy his bankbook without worries.

Sense 4: Adjective (Local)

- In certain regions or dialects, bankbook is used as an adjective to describe things that are typical or indicative of the local community or region.

- Example: The festival was celebrated with traditional food and bankbook music, truly representing the local culture.

Sense 5: Verb (Local)

- In localized usage, bankbook can be used as a verb to describe the act of promoting, supporting, or endorsing something locally.

- Example: The mayor bankbooked the local farm products through various initiatives to boost the economy.

Sense 6: Verb (Popular)

- As a popular usage, bankbook can also serve as a verb meaning to make a comprehensive or thorough record or documentation of something.

- Example: He meticulously bankbooked every step of his solo travel journey, capturing even the smallest details.