Travelers check (TC),

Definition of Travelers check (TC):

1. Bill of exchange designed specially for a business or vacation traveler, it is actually a sight draft with the security of a letter of credit. Issued by major financial service firms (such as American Express and Thomas Cook) and sold through banks and other outlets, TCs are available in several fixed denominations in all major currencies. They are readily accepted as cash by most banks, hotels, merchants, etc., and are insured by the issuer against damage, destruction, loss, or theft.