CURRENCY Definition & Meaning

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currency

[ kur-uhn-see, kuhr- ]

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plural currencies.

something that is used as a medium of exchange; money.
general acceptance; prevalence; vogue.
a time or period during which something is widely accepted and circulated.
the fact or quality of being widely accepted and circulated from person to person.
circulation, as of coin.

currency

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a metal or paper medium of exchange that is in current use in a particular country
general acceptance or circulation; prevalence
the currency of ideas
the period of time during which something is valid, accepted, or in force
the act of being passed from person to person
(formerly) the local medium of exchange, esp in the colonies, as distinct from sterling
slang.
1. (formerly) the native-born Australians, as distinct from the British immigrants
2. ( as modifier )
  a currency lad

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From the Medieval Latin word currentia, dating back to 1650–60. See current, -ency

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C17: from Medieval Latin currentia, literally: a flowing, from Latin currere to run, flow

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A chart laying out the new tariffs contends the charges by other nations include “currency manipulation and trade barriers.”

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This deficit is not caused by any tariff or currency manipulation but is the natural result of global trade.

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However, some economists think the tariffs could strengthen the value of the dollar against other currencies.

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Meanwhile, Roblox has outlined changes to its advertising model, with players to be paid in-game currency to watch adverts on the platform.

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"Runs are your currency. I will just keep doing what I am doing and hopefully get opportunities."

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