Quid - Meaning, Definition & English Examples
Quid is a British slang term for the pound sterling (£), the currency of the United Kingdom. It is commonly used in informal speech, e.g., It costs ten quid.
Definition:
A British slang term for one pound sterling, or a lump of tobacco for chewing.
Synonyms:
pound, sterling, currency
Part of Speech:
noun
Antonyms:
dollar, euro
Common Collocations:
quid pro quo, few quid, quid bet, quid wager
Derivatives:
quids (plural), quidding (gerund)
Usage Tips:
Use "quid" informally for British money; avoid in formal contexts or for other currencies.
Common Phrases:
quid pro quo, not the full quid, a few quid short
Etymology:
From Latin "quid" meaning "what," later used in British slang for money in the 17th century.
Examples:
- 1. Can you lend me a quid?
- 2. He won twenty quid on the bet.
- 3. She chewed a quid of tobacco quietly.
- 4. It only cost a few quid at the market.