← All Terms
Finance · Banking & Interest

Overdraft

Noun
US US /ˈəʊvədrɑːft/ GB UK /ˈəʊvədrɑːft/
Finance Banking & Interest beginner

Definition

A facility allowing a bank account holder to withdraw more than their balance.

Visual Reference

Overdraft illustration

Detailed Explanation

Building explanation…

Example

Overdraft plays a key role in banking operations and personal borrowing decisions.

In Practice

Also known as: OD, Bank Overdraft. Closely related to Credit Limit, Loan.

Video Explanation

Loading video for “Overdraft”…

Case Study

Overdraft - key concept in Banking & Interest.

Word Usage

Current accounts; Short-term finance; Business liquidity

Finance Banking & Interest

Use Case

Applied in Banking & Interest contexts: Current accounts; Short-term finance

Also Known As

banking-interest

Synonyms

ODBank Overdraft

Related Terms

← Browse All Terms