Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
pennies
noun
/ˈpɛniz/
Definition
Small denominations of currency, specifically the one-cent coins in the United States.
Examples
- He saved his pennies to buy a new toy.
- The total cost was only a few pennies.
- She found some old pennies in her pocket.
Meaning
Pennies are the lowest value coins in the currency system, often used for small transactions or as a way to make change.
Synonyms
- cents
- coins
- small change
