bank account
n.a safe place at a bank where you keep your money. You can put money in or take it out when you need it.
n.an arrangement with a financial institution that allows a customer to deposit and withdraw funds. Often specified by type, such as savings or checking.
“I need to open a bank account to receive my salary.”
“Most people now manage their bank account through a mobile app to check their balance and pay bills instantly.”
“Security protocols for a modern bank account involve multi-factor authentication to ensure that only the authorised holder can initiate electronic transfers or modify personal details.”
Commonly used with the verbs 'open', 'close', 'manage', or 'monitor'.
Use 'into' or 'in' to describe moving money to an account; 'to' is used for the physical bank building.