Phrase guide

paper currency

noun · 2 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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1

noun

Meaning 1

Synonym of paper money.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: countable, uncountable

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Meaning relationships

Synonyms: paper money

Antonyms: none provided

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noun

Meaning 2

currency issued by a government or central bank and consisting of printed paper that can circulate as a substitute for specie

Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0

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Meaning relationships

Synonyms: paper money, folding money

Antonyms: none provided

Broader terms: currency

Narrower terms: fractional currency, fiat money, bill, note, government note, bank bill, banker's bill, bank note, banknote, Federal Reserve note, greenback

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Etymology

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