5 pence piece (used to be a shilling)
Bob
Example Sentences
"That's a proper Bob, that is."
"I've never seen such a Bob in all my life."
Etymology & History
British slang for shilling (1/20 of pound, pre-decimalization 1971). From late 18th century. 'A few bob' meant some money. Though shillings are gone, 'bob' still used by older generations.
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General British
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Era
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Language
Mild
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Formality
Slang
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