Here are some useful terms and abbreviations that you might come across when couponing and that I might use in my blog.
+UP
Coupons that print at the bottom of your Rite Aid receipt when you purchase specified items. These can be used on your next purchase. Many couponers "roll" these +UPs. That means that they separate their purchase into several transactions and use the +UPs from one purchase to pay for the next one, all in one visit. You can find out which items will produce +UPs at the register by checking the weekly Rite Aid circular (see definition below). Both CVS and Walgreens have similar (but not exactly the same) programs. At CVS these are called ECB's (or Extra Care Bucks) and at Walgreens they are called RR's (or Register Rewards)
BOGO or B1G1
These mean "Buy One Get One". They are most commonly followed by the word "free" or "50%". You will also find B2G1, which of course means "Buy Two Get One".
Blinkie
This is a type of manufacturer coupon found in a dispenser (usually one that has a blinking light), near the product.
Catalina (Cat)
Catalinas print out at the register on cash register type tape.
Circular
A weekly (usually) ad for stores that contains current sales.
Double Coupons
Doubling a coupon is when a store doubles the face values stated on your coupon. Not all stores double coupons (the commissary doesn't) and most limit the amount that the coupon can be for. For example a grocery retailer where I used to live will only double coupons with a face value up to .99 cents, meaning the maximum savings you can have are $1.98. Occasionally however they have "Super Double Coupon Days" when they double all coupons up to 1.98 face value meaning the maximum savings can be up to $3.96! The store only gets refunded the value of the coupon and absorbs the difference.
Extra Care Bucks (ECB's)
Coupons that print at the bottom of your CVS receipt when you purchase specified items. These can be used on your next purchase. Many couponers "roll" these ECBs. That means that they separate their purchase into several transactions and use the ECBs from one purchase to pay for the next one, all in one visit. You can find out which items will produce ECBs at the register by checking the weekly CVS circular (see definition above). Both Rite Aid and Walgreens have similar (but not exactly the same) programs. At Rite Aid these are called +UP's and at Walgreens they are called RR's (or Register Rewards)
eCoupons (aka. loadable or clipless coupons)
Coupons that are not printed, but instead loaded onto your store's loyalty card. You can do this by visiting certain store websites. The commissary has no eCoupons. Often times these coupons are store coupons (not manufacturer coupons) and some stores will allow you to "stack" them with a manufacturer coupon. Check your store policy to see if this is allowed.
Inserts
Coupons found in your Sunday newspaper.
Mail in Rebate (MIR)
Usually limited to one per household. Be sure to read and submit all requested items.
Manufacturer (aka. Manu or MFR) Coupon
Manufacturer coupons are those that the manufacturer reimburses the store for. They will usually say Manufacturer or MFR Coupon directly on them. Most catalina (see definition above) are MFR coupons. Some stores allow customers to stack (see definition below) MFR coupons with store coupons. ALL Commissary coupons are MFR coupons since the commissary does not issue store coupons.
MM
Money Maker. Getting paid to buy a product. (see overage below)
OOP
Out of Pocket. This refers to what you pay for an item cash after coupons, +UP, ECBs, etc.
Overage
The difference in coupon and purchase price when the coupon value is higher than the sales price. Usually the store owes you. Some stores will pay you this in cash, others in gift cards, others make you use it towards more items. Some will not allow this at all. The Commissary will pay you overages (although some cashiers and managers are not well informed on this policy).
OYNO
On Your Next Order, referring to your next shopping order. For example, you might find a deal where you spend $50 get $10 OYNO (not at the commissary)
Per Purchase
Some coupons state "One Coupon Per Purchase". This means that you can only use one coupon per item purchased. That means that if you are buying 2 packs of Duracell Batteries, you would need two coupons in order to get the discount on both packs. This is sometimes a point of confusion for some cashiers as they confuse it with "One Coupon Per Transaction" (read below). Now you can explain the difference to them.
Per Transaction
Some coupons state "One Coupon Per Transaction". This means that you can only use one coupon of this type when you go to pay for your items. Using the same scenario as above, you are buying 2 packs of Duracell Batteries and have 2 of these types of coupons. You can only use one of them and must pay full price for the second pack. TIP: Ask your cashier if she will let you do multiple transactions.
Peelie
These are manufacturer coupons that are stuck to the product you are purchasing. Be sure to peel them off before heading to check-out since the cashier might miss them. It is considered bad coupon etiquette to peel these off of items that you are not purchasing.
RA
Rite Aid
RP (or RedPlum)
Large coupon Insert found in some Sunday papers.
Register Rewards (RRs)
Coupons that print at the bottom of your Walgreens receipt when you purchase specified items. These can be used on your next purchase. Many couponers "roll" these RRs. That means that they separate their purchase into several transactions and use the RRs from one purchase to pay for the next one, all in one visit. You can find out which items will produce RRs at the register by checking the weekly Walgreens circular (see definition above). Both CVS and Rite Aid have similar (but not exactly the same) programs. At CVS these are called ECB's (or Extra Care Bucks) and at Rite Aid they are called +UP's.
SS (or SmartSource)
Large coupon Insert found in some Sunday papers.
Stacking Coupons
The practice of combining manufacturer coupons with store coupons to increase the savings. This can't be done at commissaries (since there are no store coupons) and some civilian stores also don't allow this.
Store Coupons
Store Coupons are coupons issued by the store and not the manufacturer (see Manufaturer Coupons above). The value of store coupons is absorbed by the store. Store coupons can usually be stacked with manufacturer coupons to save even more. Often (but not always) store coupons can be identified by the wording "Target Store Coupon" using Target as an example or the words "Redeemable ONLY at Rite Aid" using Rite Aid as an example. Please note! The commissary does not have store coupons, although there are coupons that state "Commissary Only" or "military store coupon". These coupons are actually manufacturer coupons.
Tear Pad
Coupon Pads located throughout the store on shelves. These are very common at commissaries. If it's an item that you frequently purchase, grab a few coupons for later (check the exp. date), however, it is considered bad coupon etiquette to take an entire tear pad.
WYB (When You Buy)
Often seen in sales stating "Save $2 WYB 3"
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