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Coining

/ˈkɔɪnɪŋ/

To make of a definite fineness, and convert into coins, as a mass of metal.

📖 Definitions of "Coining"

verb
  1. 1

    To make of a definite fineness, and convert into coins, as a mass of metal.

    "to coin a medal"

  2. 2

    (by extension) To make or fabricate.

    "Over the last century the advance in science has led to many new words being coined."

  3. 3

    To acquire rapidly, as money; to make.

noun
  1. 1

    A form of alternative medicine from Southeast Asia where a coin is rubbed vigorously on a patient's oiled skin.

  2. 2

    A created word or phrase.

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