coins Definition
- 1a flat, typically round piece of metal with an official stamp, used as money
- 2a small, flat, and usually round piece of metal or plastic used primarily as a medium of exchange or legal tender
Using coins: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "coins" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
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I need to get some coins for the parking meter.
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He collected rare coins as a hobby.
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The vending machine only accepts coins.
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She dropped a few coins into the beggar's cup.
coins Synonyms and Antonyms
Phrases with coins
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Let's flip a coin to decide who goes first.
if you are going to take a risk at all, you might as well take a big one
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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.
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That diamond ring must have cost a pretty penny.
Summary: coins in Brief
The term 'coins' [kɔɪnz] refers to small, flat, typically round pieces of metal or plastic used as a medium of exchange or legal tender. Coins can be collected as a hobby, used for vending machines, parking meters, or dropped into a beggar's cup. The phrase 'flip a coin' is used to make a decision, while 'in for a penny, in for a pound' means taking a big risk. 'A pretty penny' refers to a large amount of money.
