cash in hand
The phrase "cash in hand" commonly refers to immediate availability of physical money, often used in contexts of direct payment or liquid assets.
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Definition
B2General
(common)Money that is physically available and can be spent immediately.
Example
- She always keeps some cash in hand for emergencies.
B2Employment
(informal)Payment received directly in cash, often without tax deductions.
Example
- Many part-time workers prefer to be paid cash in hand.
C1Accounting
(technical)Funds that are readily accessible for immediate use, representing liquid assets.
Example
- The company's cash in hand was sufficient to cover all immediate expenses.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "cash in hand":
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