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scrip
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scrip 1  (skrp)
n.
1. Paper money issued for temporary emergency use.
2. A small scrap of paper, especially with a short list or schedule written on it.

[Perhaps alteration of script.]

scrip 2  (skrp)
n.
1. A provisional certificate entitling the holder to a fractional share of stock or of other jointly owned property.
2. Such certificates considered as a group.

[Short for subscription receipt, receipt for a portion of a loan.]

scrip 1
Noun
Finance a certificate representing a claim to shares or stocks [short for subscription receipt]

scrip 2 or script
Noun
Informal a medical prescription [from prescription]
ThesaurusLegend:  Synonyms Related Words Antonyms
Noun1.scrip - a certificate whose value is recognized by the payer and payee; scrip is not currency but may be convertible into currency
certificate, security - a formal declaration that documents a fact of relevance to finance and investment; the holder has a right to receive interest or dividends; "he held several valuable securities"

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