cash register — an electronic machine used in shops and restaurants to calculate the amount of money received for goods or services, store this information, and usually also hold the money
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: an electronic machine used in shops and restaurants to calculate the amount of money received for goods or services, store this information, and usually also hold the money
Pronunciation (IPA): /kæʃ ˈredʒɪstər/
Example Sentences
- The antique cash register made a satisfying 'cha-ching' sound every time a sale was made.
- She accidentally pressed the wrong button on the cash register and charged the customer $999 for a candy bar.
- The modern cash register can scan barcodes and process credit card payments.
cash register
NOUN[/kæʃ ˈredʒɪstər/]
an electronic machine used in shops and restaurants to calculate the amount of money received for goods or services, store this information, and usually also hold the money
a friendly cashier scans items while standing behind a large electronic machine with a digital display and money drawer. The cashier presses buttons on the machine as numbers appear on the screen showing the total cost. After the customer hands over money, the machine's drawer springs open with a loud ding sound. The cashier takes out change from organized compartments filled with bills and coins. Other customers wait in line with shopping carts while watching the smooth transaction process. an electronic machine used in shops to calculate the amount of money received for goods and store this information while holding the money
The minister blesses by the cash register!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
Cash derives from French casse, meaning 'money box' or 'till', ultimately from Latin cassa (chest). Register comes from Latin regesta, the plural of regestum (recorded things), from the past participle of gerere (to carry, conduct). In the late 19th century, these terms combined to name a mechanical device designed to safely store money and record commercial transactions in retail establishments.
Breakdown
cash (from French casse, a money box) + register (from Latin regesta, recorded items or accounts, from regere, to direct or record). The compound describes a machine that both secures cash and maintains a record of transactions.
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📝Examples
“The antique cash register made a satisfying 'cha-ching' sound every time a sale was made.”
“She accidentally pressed the wrong button on the cash register and charged the customer $999 for a candy bar.”
“The modern cash register can scan barcodes and process credit card payments.”
“During the power outage, the electronic cash register was useless, so they had to calculate everything by hand.”
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