Guineas

Guineas

/หˆษกษชniz/
Noun General British

British former currency (21 shillings, ยฃ1.05).

Etymology & History

British obsolete coin (21 shillings). British pre-decimal currency. Professional fees British guineas historical. Horse racing British prize money. Reflects British monetary and class history.

Word Details

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Region
General British
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Era
Modern
โœ“
Language
Mild
๐Ÿ’ฌ
Formality
Informal
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