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What is a credit card?

A credit card is a payment card that lets its holder borrow money from a bank or other issuer to make purchases, pay bills, or get cash advances up to an established credit limit. The borrowed money must be repaid. If a balance is not paid in full by the due date, it usually carries into the next billing cycle and accrue interest.