Paycheck
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈpeɪ.t͡ʃɛk/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Paycheck is a noun meaning (US) A periodic payment, usually in the form of a paper check, received by an employee from an employer for work performed.
Meaning
(US) A periodic payment, usually in the form of a paper check, received by an employee from an employer for work performed.
Example Sentences
We're a super sad generation / Killing time and losing our paychecks
They took my whole paycheck and I know why / 'Cause I got high, 'cause I got high
He was delighted after getting his first paycheck, but subsequently blew it all on the horses.
Last week, TSA agents missed their first full paychecks. Some employees are still at work, with the promise of back pay when the shutdown ends. But others can't or won't forego paychecks.
Word Forms
- paychecks
- pay check
- paycheque
- pay cheque
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include payroll, salary, payday, wage, pay, payoff.
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