coupon — A voucher entitling the holder to a discount for a particular product
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: A voucher entitling the holder to a discount for a particular product
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈkuːpɑːn/
Example Sentences
- My grandmother collects coupons like they're rare Pokemon cards.
- I forgot to use my coupon and paid full price like a financial amateur.
- The coupon expired yesterday, which is basically the story of my life.
coupon
NOUN[/ˈkuːpɑːn/]
A voucher entitling the holder to a discount for a particular product
She hands over a coupon at the bakery and gets her croissant half price.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
Derived from French 'couper', meaning 'to cut'. Originally referred to a piece cut off from a bond or certificate, specifically the detachable section used to claim interest payments. The term later extended to mean a voucher or ticket offering a discount.
Breakdown
couper (to cut) + -on (nominal suffix indicating a thing or piece) = coupon (a piece cut off; a detachable voucher).
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📝Examples
“My grandmother collects coupons like they're rare Pokemon cards.”
“I forgot to use my coupon and paid full price like a financial amateur.”
“The coupon expired yesterday, which is basically the story of my life.”
“Please present this coupon at checkout to receive your discount.”
“The mobile app offers exclusive coupons for frequent customers.”
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