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    Deniers (en. Deniers)

    /de.nje/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    Currency used in certain commercial transactions.
    He earned a lot of money through his investments.
    Il a gagné beaucoup de deniers grâce à ses investissements.
    Unit of measurement for the weight of threads, especially in textiles.
    This pantyhose is made with a 20 denier thread.
    Ce collant est fabriqué avec un fil de 20 deniers.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'denarius', a Roman coin.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to make money
    to earn money
    faire des deniers
    to set aside money
    to save money
    mettre de côté des deniers

    Related Words

    currency
    A means of exchange in the form of coins or notes.
    monnaie
    money
    Precious metal or money in general.
    argent

    Slang Meanings

    To denounce or humorously criticize someone.
    He likes to throw money at those who do not measure up.
    Il aime jeter des deniers sur ceux qui ne sont pas à la hauteur.
    To refer to savings or available money.
    He needs a few bucks to buy himself a coffee.
    Il a besoin de quelques deniers pour s'acheter un café.