Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

tenner

noun
/ˈtɛn.ə/
Definition
A tenner is a colloquial term used to refer to a ten-pound note in British currency.
Examples
  • He handed me a tenner to buy lunch.
  • The karaoke night cost a tenner to enter.
  • I won a tenner in the raffle!
Meaning
In casual conversation, ‘tenner’ often implies a sum of ten pounds, which can be used in various contexts, including shopping, dining, or giving as a gift.
Synonyms
  • ten-pound note
  • ten-pound bill