Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

scudi

Noun

/ˈskuːdi/

Definition

A former Italian coin used as currency.

Examples

In the past, a wealthy merchant might have had many scudi in his possession.
During my trip to Florence, I encountered a collection of ancient scudi on display in the museum.
The value of the scudi varied greatly depending on the region and era.

Meaning

Scudi are coins that were historically used in Italy, particularly in the 16th to 19th centuries, and can also refer to the plural form of scudo, which is a unit of currency or value.