— Also termed note of hand. [Cases: Bills and Notes 28–53. C.J.S. Bills and Notes; Letters of Credit§§ 2–5, 7–9, 11–16, 22–25, 75, 81, 121, 167, 231, 244–248, 263, 309.]
promissory note
An unconditional written promise, signed by the maker, to pay absolutely and in any event a certain sum of money either to, or to the order of, the bearer or a designated person.
