Postdated Check

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Definition: Postdated Check


Postdated Check


What is the dictionary definition of Postdated Check?

Dictionary Definition


n. a check delivered now with a written date in the future, so that it cannot be cashed until that date.

The danger to the recipient is that such a check is legally only a promissory note due at the later date, and if the account is closed or short when the check is presented at the bank, the payee has no rights to demand payment by the bank or claim that the delivery of a bad check was criminal.


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Definition Sources


Definitions for Postdated Check are sourced/syndicated and enhanced from:

  • A Dictionary of Economics (Oxford Quick Reference)
  • Oxford Dictionary Of Accounting
  • Oxford Dictionary Of Business & Management

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