voucher
This term carries a strong association with pre-payment or guaranteed reimbursement. In a commercial sense, it functions as a surrogate for currency, shifting the value from a monetary amount to a specific entitlement or service. It is frequently used in corporate, travel, and retail environments to manage costs or incentivize customers. In accounting contexts, the word shifts from a token of value to a tool of verification. Here, it represents a formal audit trail, serving as the primary evidence that a financial obligation has been met or an expense has been authorized.
Meanings
A piece of paper or a digital code that can be exchanged for a specific product, service, or a discount on a purchase.
"The company gave every employee a fifty dollar meal voucher as a bonus."
A document that serves as evidence of a financial transaction, such as a payment or an expense, used for accounting and auditing purposes.
"The accountant requested the original travel voucher to verify the business expenses."
To provide a voucher for a specific item or service, or to authenticate a transaction with a voucher.
"The agency will voucher the travel costs for all approved consultants."