Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
shekels
Noun
/ˈʃɛkəl/
Definition
Shekels are the units of currency used in Israel, as well as a historical unit of weight and currency used in ancient times.
Examples
- After exchanging dollars for shekels, I was ready to explore Israel.
- The cost of the museum ticket was 50 shekels.
- He saved every shekel for his upcoming trip.
Meaning
In modern context, the term refers to the Israeli currency, while historically it represented a form of money or weight measurement in ancient civilizations.
Synonyms
- currency
- money
- cash
