Definition of "banknote" [bank•note]

• A piece of paper currency. (noun)
• A demand note issued by private banks presumably backed up by gold or silver coin. (noun)

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• "The helper also receives tangible evidence of his kindness: a "banknote" - printable from the bank's website - offered by the grateful recipient in lieu of money, inscribed on the back with the date and nature of the deed."
• "The bank's hands are tied by the so-called banknote rule, which limits long-term JGB buying to the amount of banknotes in circulation."