Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
duit
Noun
/ˈduɪt/
Definition
A small coin or token used in certain Southeast Asian countries, especially in Malaysia and Indonesia.
Examples
- The shopkeeper accepted both cash and duit for the local handicrafts.
- In some rural areas, people still prefer to use duit instead of paper money for everyday purchases.
Meaning
Originally used to refer to a small currency, particularly in the context of historical or informal transactions.
Synonyms
- coin
- token
- currency
