Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

rupee

Noun
/ˈruːpiː/
Definition
The rupee is the official currency of several countries, primarily in South Asia and a few others around the world.
Examples
  • The price of the book is 500 rupees.
  • He exchanged his dollars for rupees before traveling to India.
  • Many people save money in rupees for their future needs.
Meaning
A monetary unit used as a medium of exchange, generally issued by a government and accepted as payment for goods and services.
Synonyms
  • currency
  • money
  • cash