Cash in hand

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noun

Money in the form of notes and coins that you have immediately available.

After selling his car, he had some extra cash in hand.
Visual representation of "cash in hand" - Money in the form of notes and coins that you have immediately available.

Often appears as...

  • have cash in hand
  • get cash in hand
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Immediate Availability

Refers to easily accessible money you can spend right away, without going to a bank.

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Can you buy lunch? I don't have any cash in hand.
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Informal Spending

Often used for casual, everyday expenses rather than big purchases or formal transactions.

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She prefers having cash in hand for quick snacks while shopping.
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Not Banking

Unlike bank funds, it doesn't earn interest but is readily available for small transactions.

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He keeps cash in hand for when his grandchildren visit.
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