fugio

[fyoo-jee-oh]

fugio Definition

  • 1a colonial currency issued by the United States in 1787
  • 2a design on the front of the coin featuring a sun shining down on a sundial with the caption 'Fugio' which means 'I flee/fly' in Latin

Using fugio: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "fugio" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The fugio was one of the first coins minted by the United States.

  • Example

    The fugio was designed by Benjamin Franklin.

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Summary: fugio in Brief

A 'fugio' [fyoo-jee-oh] is a colonial currency issued by the United States in 1787. It features a design on the front of the coin with a sun shining down on a sundial and the caption 'Fugio,' which means 'I flee/fly' in Latin. The fugio was one of the first coins minted by the United States and was designed by Benjamin Franklin.