For example Instead of paying cash, be bartered for the items. Show source/s Plain English Campaign Give feedback This page is not useful This page is useful Thank you for your feedback. If you have another few minutes please take the time to tell us about our new Dictionary service. Thank you for your feedback. If you could tell us more, it would really help. Submit
Caveat emptor "Buyer beware" - a phrase used to warn people buying goods that they may not be able to get compensation if the goods they buy are faulty.
Bill of exchange A signed written order, instructing the person it is addressed to to pay an amount of money to someone. A cheque is a type of bill of exchange.