Greenback

/ˈɡriːnbæk/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A term for paper currency, specifically the United States dollar, especially the paper money issued during the American Civil War.

During his travels, he preferred to carry greenbacks rather than coins for convenience.

Any paper currency or money in general.

The store only accepted greenbacks, so I had to withdraw cash from the ATM.

Refers to currency that has been printed in green ink, historically used in the U.S.

In times of inflation, people often hoard greenbacks as a safe investment.

The term 'greenback' originates from the green ink used on the back of U.S. paper currency.

greenback dollar

A term specifically for U.S. dollars, emphasizing the bill's color.

currency

A system of money in general use in a particular country.

dollar

The basic monetary unit in the U.S. and other countries.

Money in general.

He said he doesn’t have enough greenbacks to go out tonight.

U.S. currency.

I need to get some greenbacks before we hit the stores.