What does tenner mean?
Tenner means (informal, UK, Ireland) A monetary note (bill) whose face value is ten basic units of currency. Originally, a ten-shilling (half pound) note..
Tenner
/ˈtɛnə(ɹ)/ · noun
Meaning
(informal, UK, Ireland) A monetary note (bill) whose face value is ten basic units of currency. Originally, a ten-shilling (half pound) note..
Definitions by Sense
- (informal, UK, Ireland) A monetary note (bill) whose face value is ten basic units of currency. Originally, a ten-shilling (half pound) note.
- (film, slang) A kind of 10-kilowatt lamp.
- A tennis shoe.
Example Sentences
[...] or, if you're feeling brave, a tenner. Tell your child they have a chance to win the fiver if they can [...]
The more a shop looks as though it trades in farthings and ha’pennies, the more tenners and twenties you can expect to hand over at the till.
I’ve visited Eton, there’s loads of places like it, and if that’s all you know, then you’ve definitely not had to worry about pulling a tenner out of the bank…
The basic 10K, known as a tenner or studio 10K, has a 20-inch fresnel. The big daddy of the group is the Big Eye tenner, which has a 24-inch lens.
Synonyms for tenner
Antonyms for tenner
Related Words
Word Forms
- tenners
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for tenner?
Common synonyms include decade, x, ten, 10.
What is the opposite of tenner?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use tenner in a sentence?
[...] or, if you're feeling brave, a tenner. Tell your child they have a chance to win the fiver if they can [...]
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