coupon

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cou·pon / ˈk(y)oōˌpän/ • n. 1. a voucher entitling the holder to a discount for a particular product. ∎  a detachable portion of a bond that is given up in return for a payment of interest. 2. a form in a newspaper or magazine that may be filled in and sent as an application for a purchase or information.

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