Cash Register
/ˈkæʃ ˈrɛdʒɪstər/
Definitions
- (n.) A mechanical or electronic device used in retail establishments to record and calculate transactions and store cash.
The store clerk entered the sale into the cash register to document the transaction.
Forms
- cash register
- cash registers
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Commentary
In legal contexts, the cash register's transaction record may serve as evidence in financial disputes or tax audits.
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