foredeem

/ˈfɔːrdiːm/

Definitions

1. noun

A claim or demand for payment, especially one made in advance or at the time of a sale.

“The company filed a lawsuit to foredeem the amount owed on the outstanding loan.”

2. verb

To make a claim or demand for payment, especially in advance or at the time of a sale.

“The customer’s contract was foredeemed for non-payment of the installment.”

Synonyms

  • advance payment
  • prepayment

Antonyms

  • delayed payment
  • postponed payment