The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 10 letter word CHEQUEBOOK
I've seen this crossword clue in The Daily Telegraph
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More clues leading to the result CHEQUEBOOK
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The straight part
We know that "Means to pay" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case means to pay = chequebook.The cryptic/wordplay part
In cryptic crossword there's often an wordplay/cryptic part as well.This part involves a more complex hint, such as an anagram, homophone, hidden word, etc.
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What does CHEQUEBOOK mean?
CHEQUEBOOK noun- A folder or booklet containing preprinted cheques for use by the holder of a bank account