Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
dollar-sign
Symbol
/ˈdɒlər saɪn/
Definition
The dollar sign is a symbol used to indicate the currency of the United States and other countries that use the dollar as their unit of currency.
Examples
- The total cost of the meal was $25.
- She saved over $100 by using coupons.
- Prices are often quoted with a dollar sign before the number.
Meaning
Typically associated with money, the dollar sign represents dollar amounts and is often used in financial contexts.
Synonyms
- Currency sign
- Monetary symbol
