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scrip¹ Definition

scrip (skrip)

noun

Archaic a small bag, wallet, or satchel

Etymology: ME scrippe < ML scrippa: see scarf

scrip² Definition

scrip (skrip)

noun

  1. a brief writing, as a note, list, receipt, etc.
  2. a small piece or scrap, esp. of paper
  3. a certificate of a right to receive something; specif.,
    1. a certificate representing a fraction of a share of stock
    2. a temporary paper to be exchanged for money, goods, land, etc.
    3. ☆ a certificate of indebtedness, issued as currency, as by a local government during a financial depression
  4. ☆ paper money in amounts of less than a dollar, formerly issued in the U.S.; fractional currency

Etymology: contr. < script

scrip Usage Examples

Converse of object

  • get: We got the scrip and the equipment from Carol Fuller in America.
  • write: You write the scrip We agree the fee - You pay by credit card ( using Paypal ) - We send back the mp3!

Modifies a noun

  • dividend: Enhanced Scrip Dividend: These are made available to persuade holders to take the cash Dividend in the form of shares.
  • alternative: Shareholders will once more be offered a scrip dividend alternative.
  • issue: Shares bought in a company are without entitlement to current scrip issues.
  • scheme: The scrip scheme involves the issue of new shares to fulfill the dividend payments.
  • manager: Scrip Manager is an emulation system, which means it can sit easily alongside most GP practice systems.
  • authority: Resolution 11 ( Renewal of scrip dividend authority ).