Couponing Terms

There are many abbreviations and acronyms we use when we talk about coupons or couponing. Here is a list of terms you will see on this blogs and across the couponing world.

I know if you are like me when I was a beginner, I used to say 'what is this & what does that mean?' Here is a list of the most polular acronyms used in couponing. If you missed part 1 of L2S's Extreme couponing 101, click here


SS-Smartsource (coupon insert found in your Sunday newspaper)

RP-Red Plum (coupon insert-in my area this insert comes in the 'Circulars')

P&G-Procter & Gamble (coupon insert found in your Sunday newspaper-monthly)

CAT or CATALINA-coupon thats prints from the machine next to the register after transaction
(this coupon is usually a $dollar off amount for a future purchase)

BOGO or B1G1- But one get one free

BLINKIES-in-store coupon found in near product, normally from a red blinking box

PEELIE-coupon you peel off product

OYNO-on your next order

OOP-out of pocket

IP-internet printable coupon

PSA-prices starting at

Q-coupon

DND-do not double

MIR-mail in rebate

MFG-Manufacturer's coupon

WYB-when you buy

ECB-CVS Extra care bucks

RR-Walgreens' register rewards

IVC-Walgreens instant value coupon-savings book found in store usually near the weekly ad.


STACKING-the use of a store coupon + a manufacturer's coupon on 1 item (most stores allow stacking, but always check you store's policy first
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YMMV-your miles may vary (success of the attempt may vary, could depend on your cashier, your store-etc)

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& for those that are wondering about the 'circulars' I mentioned, referring to the Red Plum insert. Those are the weekly ads from your area's stores, found in a white plastic bag. They throw it on my step on Thursdays.