quid
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Noun — Informal British term for one pound sterling.
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Informal, mainly British.
Etymology
Borrowed from Latin quid, "what" or "something," possibly via the phrase quid pro quo — "something for something."
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What does “quid” mean?
The word “quid” means informal British term for one pound sterling. In plain terms, british slang for a pound (money) — "quid" doesn't change in the plural, so it's always "five quid," never "five quids.".
How do you pronounce “quid”?
“Quid” is pronounced kwihd (/kwɪd/ in IPA).
How do you use “quid” in a sentence?
Here is “quid” used in a sentence: “Can you lend me a couple of quid for the bus?”
What part of speech is “quid”?
“Quid” is a noun.
Where does the word “quid” come from?
The word “quid” comes from Latin. Borrowed from Latin quid, "what" or "something," possibly via the phrase quid pro quo — "something for something.".
Is “quid” a common word?
“Quid” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “quid” have?
“Quid” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: informal British term for one pound sterling.