Diphtheria. an acute infectious disease characterized by inflammation, the formation of a tough membrane at the point of introduction of the causative agent of the disease, and a severe general poisoning (intoxication) of the organism.
Money that is invested in an interest bearing account such as a savings account or certificate of deposit earns interest. The rate at which interest is paid varies, but it will be a small percentage of the balance in the account. Rates may be either variable or fixed.
In personal finance, CD stands for certificate of deposit, which is a special type of interest-bearing account that you can open at financial institutions such as banks, credit unions and savings and loan associations. Certificate of deposit accounts are a common alternative to standard savings accounts.