coupon

[ˈkuːpɒn]

coupon Definition

  • 1a voucher entitling the holder to a discount for a particular product
  • 2a detachable portion of a bond that is given up in return for a payment of interest

Using coupon: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "coupon" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    I have a coupon for 10% off my next purchase.

  • Example

    The bond's coupon rate is 5%.

  • Example

    She clipped coupons from the newspaper to save money on groceries.

coupon Synonyms and Antonyms

Phrases with coupon

  • a booklet containing coupons for various products or services

    Example

    I received a coupon book in the mail with discounts for local restaurants and attractions.

  • zero-coupon bond

    a bond that pays no interest but is sold at a discount from its face value

    Example

    He invested in a zero-coupon bond that would mature in ten years.

  • double-coupon

    a coupon that allows the customer to receive twice the discount offered by the coupon

    Example

    The grocery store was offering double-coupons for a limited time.

Origins of coupon

from French 'couper', meaning 'to cut'

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Summary: coupon in Brief

A 'coupon' [ˈkuːpɒn] is a voucher that entitles the holder to a discount on a particular product or service. It can also refer to a detachable portion of a bond that is exchanged for interest payments. Examples include 'I have a coupon for 10% off my next purchase' and 'The bond's coupon rate is 5%.' 'Coupon' extends into phrases like 'coupon book,' which contains coupons for various products or services.

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