Coin

Quick meaning: Coin is a noun meaning (money) A piece of currency, usually metallic and in the shape of a disc, but sometimes polygonal, or with a hole in the middle.

Meaning

(money) A piece of currency, usually metallic and in the shape of a disc, but sometimes polygonal, or with a hole in the middle.

More Meanings

1. A token used in a special establishment like a casino.
2. (figurative) That which serves for payment or recompense.
3. (uncountable, figurative) Something in broad circulation or use.
4. (uncountable, slang, UK, US, African-American Vernacular) Money in general, not limited to coins.
5. (card games) One of the suits of minor arcana in tarot, or a card of that suit.
6. A corner or external angle.
7. A small circular slice of food.

Example Sentences

She spent some serious coin on that car!

The loss of every present advantage to flesh and blood is repaid in a nobler coin.

Boy toy named Troy, used to live in Detroit, big dope dealer money he was getting some coin.

For munchies try deep-fried jalapeño coins, jumbo Buffalo wings, and hush puppies with a sweet edge.

Word Forms

• coins
• coining
• coined

Synonyms for coin

Depending on context, synonyms include chip, money, ackers, blunt, bones, brass.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include mint, strike, coinage, euro, bullion, voucher.

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