A "scrip" can refer to several different concepts depending on the context:
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Financial Instrument: In finance, a scrip is a certificate or document that represents a certain amount of stock or a claim to a specific amount of dividends. It is often issued temporarily until the actual stock certificates are delivered. Scrip may also refer to a form of currency, such as scrip used in company towns, which can only be redeemed at certain stores or for certain goods.
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Scrip in Business: In some business contexts, scrip can refer to a form of internal currency issued by companies, typically as a form of payment for goods or services that works within a closed system, such as employee benefits programs or loyalty rewards.
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Scrip in Education: The term "scrip" is also used in educational contexts to refer to a written document or a script, especially in regards to playwriting or screenwriting.
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Scrip as a Replacement: In some cases, scrip can refer to a substitute for cash or standard currency, often used in situations where traditional currency is not available.
The precise meaning typically depends on the specific field or industry being discussed.