memorandum check

memorandum check
An instrument in the ordinary form of a bank check, with the word "memorandum" written across its face, not intended for immediate presentation, but simply as evidence of an indebtedness of the drawer to the holder. United States v Isham (US) 17 Wall 496, 21 L Ed 728.

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  • Memorandum — Mem o*ran dum, n.; pl. E. {Memorandums}, L. {Memoranda}. [L., something to be remembered, neut. of memorandus, fut. pass. p. of memorare. See {Memorable}.] [1913 Webster] 1. A record of something which it is desired to remember; a note to help… …   The Collaborative International Dictionary of English

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  • memorandum — /memaraendam/ To be remembered; be it remembered. A formal word with which the body of a record in the Court of King s Bench anciently commenced. An informal record, note or instrument embodying something that the parties desire to fix in memory… …   Black's law dictionary

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