Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
escudo
noun
/ɛsˈkuː.doʊ/
Definition
A former unit of currency used in several Spanish-speaking countries, and currently the currency of Cape Verde.
Examples
- Before the euro, the Spanish escudo was in use as the country’s currency.
- In Cape Verde, the escudo continues to serve as the official currency.
Meaning
The term ‘escudo’ refers to a coin or a currency unit, historically used in various places, and signifies a shield in Spanish.
Synonyms
- currency
- coin
