Meaning & use
transaction
An instance of buying, selling, or exchanging goods, services, or money.
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The bank flagged the transaction as unusual because of its large amount.
Every transaction at the store is recorded automatically by the register.
A note on using this word
Common in finance and business, but also used broadly for any completed exchange or agreement.
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