banknote Synonym

bill - paper money - note - bank bill - currency note - paper currency

A banknote is a piece of paper money issued by a central bank or monetary authority that represents a specific value in a country’s currency. Banknotes are legal tender, meaning they must be accepted as payment for debts within the issuing country or region. Modern banknotes typically include security features such as watermarks, holograms, security threads, microprinting, and special inks to prevent counterfeiting. They are usually printed on special paper or polymer and exist in various denominations. Banknotes circulate alongside coins and, increasingly, digital forms of money such as electronic transfers and cards, remaining a key medium for everyday transactions.