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Debit Card Definition

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Definition:

A plastic card used to make a purchase. The purchase price is immediately deducted from the bank account linked to the card. There is no interest charged in conjunction with using a debit card.

A debit card is different from a credit card, where purchases are made on credit, and don't have to be paid until a later date.

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