checking account

Meaning

A bank account that allows for frequent deposits and withdrawals, typically accessed via debit cards, checks, or electronic transfers.

Examples

• Most people use a checking account to manage their everyday expenses.
• You should keep enough money in your checking account to cover your monthly bills.

Pronunciation: ˈtʃɛkɪŋ əˌkaʊnt

How to Use checking account

open a checking account (collocation)

To start a new bank account. — "I went to the bank today to open a checking account."

link to a checking account (collocation)

To connect an account to another service. — "You can link your utility bills to your checking account for automatic payments."

Synonyms of checking account

Words with a similar meaning to checking account:

• current account
• transaction account