Tuppenny-ha'penny
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˌtʌpəni ˈheɪpəni/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Tuppenny-ha'penny is an adjective meaning (UK, Ireland, chiefly derogatory) Very cheap.
Meaning
(UK, Ireland, chiefly derogatory) Very cheap.
More Meanings
- Alternative form of twopenny-halfpenny (“petty, insignificant”).
Example Sentences
You’d think he’d lost a Rolex rather than that tuppenny-ha’penny old watch of his.
Synonyms for tuppenny-ha'penny
Depending on context, synonyms include two-bit.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include cent, coin, copper, hundred, pence, pennies.
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