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chip and PIN, n.
Brit. |ˌtʃɪp (ə)n(d) ˈpɪn|, U.S. |ˌtʃɪp ən ˈpɪn|
Forms: 20– chip and PIN, 20– chip and Pin, 20– chip and pin
[‹ chip n.1 (compare sense 2f at that entry) + and conj.1 + PIN n.4]
A system for electronic transactions in which debit and credit cards containing a microchip are used in conjunction with a PIN rather than with the cardholder's signature, to provide greater security when authorizing a purchase.
[1995Financial Times (Nexis) 16 Oct. (Survey of Business Travel section) p. vii. France has switched over to smart-cards, with chips and pin numbers, and non-chip credit cards may be refused in some establishments.] 2001Computer Weekly 12 Apr. 3/4 Although they are enthusiastic about the goals of the chip and Pin smartcard initiative, many retailers fear the technology could end up being slower than the current swipe-based system for authorising card transactions. 2003Cards Internat (Nexis) 24 Jan. 16 The UK, which has experienced one of the fastest-growing fraud rates in recent years, has mandated the use of chip and PIN at the point of sale to try to curb this trend. 2004Drapers Rec. & Menswear 24 Apr. 2 (advt.) As of January 1st 2005, retailers without EMV certification will be held liable for card fraud at their outlets. It's never too late—minimise your risk by getting ready for Chip and PIN now. |