pay (for something) collect on delivery

pay (for something) collect on delivery

To pay for a purchase when it is delivered, as opposed to paying in advance at the time of ordering. I always prefer to pay collect on delivery so I can inspect my order before handing over any money. If you do not have a credit card when ordering online or over the phone, you can arrange to pay for your purchase collect on delivery.
See also: collect, delivery, on, pay
Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.
See also:
  • pay (for something) cash on delivery
  • pay (for something) COD
  • cash on delivery
  • delivery
  • pay by
  • pay-for-play
  • put (one) to great expense
  • pay out of pocket
  • pay (for something) out of pocket
  • advance to