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British Pound (Noun)

Meaning

The basic unit of money in Great Britain and Northern Ireland; equal to 100 pence.

Classification

Nouns denoting quantities and units of measure.

Examples

  • The British pound is one of the most widely traded currencies in the world.
  • She exchanged her dollars for British pounds at the airport before heading to London.
  • The price of the souvenir was 20 British pounds, which seemed a bit steep to me.
  • The British pound has been the official currency of the United Kingdom since 1971.
  • After Brexit, the value of the British pound dropped significantly against the US dollar.

Synonyms

  • Pound
  • British Pound Sterling
  • Pound Sterling
  • Quid
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