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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.

quid

/kwɪd/ /kwɪd/

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.

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