English Expression · Intermediate
time bill
A bill of exchange that is to be paid at some future date
Pronunciation: say time bill
Meaning
A bill of exchange payable at a specified future date rather than on demand.
Example
The merchant accepted a time bill as payment for the shipment of goods.
The merchant accepted a time bill as payment for the shipment of goods.
Practice tips
- Practice time bill out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this English expression is for intermediate-level learners.