1. converts a check, money order, or other financial instrument into cash
Usage: third person singular present tense of ‘cash’
2. takes advantage of or profits from something
Usage: often used with ‘in on’

Examples

• She cashes her paycheck every Friday at the bank.
• He always cashes his lottery tickets at the corner store.
• The company cashes in on the holiday shopping season.
• Maria cashes her social security check monthly.
• The athlete cashes in on his fame with endorsement deals.
• The store cashes personal checks for regular customers.
• She cashes in her savings bonds when she needs money.