issuer
noun/ˈɪʃuər/
Frequency rank: #12,141 most common English word
Meaning
A person, company, or organization that officially produces and distributes something such as a document, card, or security.
Example sentence
The bank is the issuer of this credit card, so you should contact them with any questions.
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