Maravedi
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /mæɹəˈveɪdi/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Maravedi is a noun meaning (figurative) A very small quantity or value; the least possible amount.
Meaning
(figurative) A very small quantity or value; the least possible amount.
More Meanings
- (historical) A former Spanish coin and unit of currency, originally issued in gold but later in silver and copper, discontinued in 1848.
Example Sentences
I think I know myself; I am not prone to suspicion; but for those strange words, I should not have cared a maravedi for her painting that cursed flower.
an thou dost go on to put thy filthy lucre in the balance with thy daughter’s life and honour, by Heaven, I will strip thee of every maravedi thou hast in the world, before three days are out!
Word Forms
- maravedis
Synonyms for maravedi
Depending on context, synonyms include jot, shred, whit, farthing.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include moidore, morabitino, medio, milesima, milreis, mancus.
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