Money.
Dosh
Example Sentences
"You got any dosh on you?"
"How much dosh you need?"
Etymology & History
British slang for money, origin uncertain. Possibly from 'dollars and cents' or Romani 'dosh' (currency). Emerged in the 1950s-60s. More casual than 'money', suggests cash rather than wealth. 'Got any dosh?' is common British question. Working-class origin, now widespread.
Word Details
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Region
General British
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Era
1950s
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Language
Mild
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Formality
Slang
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