Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
silverling
noun
/ˈsɪlvərlɪŋ/
Definition
A small or young silver coin, often a generic term for a small denomination of silver currency.
Examples
- The collector was excited to find a rare silverling from the 18th century.
- In the bygone era, silverlings were commonly used in daily transactions.
- The silverling shone brightly under the light, gleaming among the other coins.
Meaning
Typically refers to a minor or small silver coin, sometimes used in a historical or numismatic context.
Synonyms
- shilling
- groschen
- piece
- bit
