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holder in due course

Definition of HOLDER IN DUE COURSE

:  one other than the original recipient who holds a legally effective negotiable instrument (as a promissory note) and who has a right to collect from and no responsibility toward the issuer
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First Known Use of HOLDER IN DUE COURSE

1882

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