n. One of the legal tender notes of the United States; a note of paper currency of the United States; -- first issued in 1862, and having the devices on the back printed with green ink, to prevent alterations and counterfeits. [ 1913 Webster ]
n. One of those who supported greenback or paper money, and opposed the resumption of specie payments. [ Colloq. U. S. ] [ 1913 Webster ]