supraprotest

noun

su·​pra·​protest
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: an acceptance or payment of a bill by a third person for the honor of the drawer after protest for nonacceptance or nonpayment by the drawee

Word History

Etymology

modification of Italian sopra protesto upon protest

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“Supraprotest.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/supraprotest. Accessed 2 Jan. 2025.

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