Historical Currency Names

2 words in this vocabulary list

sou

noun a former French coin

  • In many cultures, sou is considered a staple food made from wheat flour and water.
  • Do you want to grab some sou for lunch later?
  • I heard that new restaurant serves bomb sou.
  • His words were like a comforting sou for her troubled mind.

noun A punch or blow delivered with a circular motion

adjective Shaped like a circle or sphere

  • The round pound was used as currency in the United Kingdom before it was replaced by the new coin.
  • I found a round pound in my old piggy bank from when I was a kid.
  • I can't believe that store still accepts round pounds, they're so outdated.
  • She always carries a round pound in her pocket for good luck.