sevenpence

ˈseɪvnˌpɛns

Definitions

1. noun

A coin worth seven pence; an archaic unit of currency in the United Kingdom.

“She earned a few sevenpences from selling lemonade at the market.”

2. noun

A unit of time, especially a seventh part of an hour.

“The clock struck sevenpence, indicating that it was almost time for the meeting.”

Synonyms

  • groat
  • penny

Antonyms

  • dollar
  • pound