coin

[kɔɪn]

coin Definition

• 1. a flat, typically round piece of metal with an official stamp, used as money
• 2. invent or devise (a new word or phrase)
• 3. make (a new phrase or word) by combination or manipulation of other words

Using coin: Examples

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

• Example

  He flipped a coin to decide who would go first.

• Example

  I need some coins for the parking meter.

• Example

  She coined the term 'cyberspace' in her novel.

• Example

  The phrase 'fake news' was coined by Donald Trump during his presidential campaign.

coin Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for coin

• money
• currency
• change
• specie

Phrases with coin

• heads or tails

  a game played by tossing a coin and guessing which side will come up

  Example

  Let's play heads or tails to decide who gets the last slice of pizza.

• in for a penny, in for a pound

  if you are going to take a risk at all, you might as well take a big one

  Example

  I know it's expensive, but if we're going to buy a new car, we might as well get the one we really want. In for a penny, in for a pound.

• a pretty penny

  a large amount of money

  Example

  That antique vase must have cost a pretty penny.

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Summary: coin in Brief

The word 'coin' [kɔɪn] can refer to a flat, round piece of metal with an official stamp used as money, or to inventing or devising a new word or phrase. Examples of the former include 'He flipped a coin to decide who would go first,' and 'I need some coins for the parking meter.' The latter usage is exemplified by 'She coined the term 'cyberspace' in her novel,' and 'The phrase 'fake news' was coined by Donald Trump during his presidential campaign.'