Loonie
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈluːni/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Loonie is a noun meaning (Canada, informal, numismatics) The Canadian dollar coin in common circulation since 1987.
Meaning
(Canada, informal, numismatics) The Canadian dollar coin in common circulation since 1987.
More Meanings
- (Canada, informal, by extension) The dollar as the Canadian unit of currency.
- Alternative form of loony.
Example Sentences
The loonie continued to rise against the greenback today.
Word Forms
- loonies
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include dollar, loon, toonie, nickel, coin, shinplaster.
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