What does catchpenny mean?
Catchpenny means A cheap item designed to attract purchasers of other goods..
Catchpenny
Pronunciation varies by accent · noun
Meaning
A cheap item designed to attract purchasers of other goods..
Definitions by Sense
- A cheap item designed to attract purchasers of other goods.
- A publication, etc. intended to make money, with no particular merit otherwise.
Example Sentences
Near-synonym: loss leader
CURIOSITIES OF STREET LITERATURE: COMPRISING "COCKS," OR "CATCHPENNIES," A Large and Curious Assortment of STREET DROLLERIES, SQUIBS, HISTORIES, COMIC STORIES IN PROSE AND VERSE, […]
Synonyms for catchpenny
Antonyms for catchpenny
Related Words
Word Forms
- catchpennies
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for catchpenny?
Common synonyms include loss leader.
What is the opposite of catchpenny?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use catchpenny in a sentence?
Near-synonym: loss leader
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