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What does faces mean?
Slang for paper money, referencing the faces printed on bills.
"He keeps his faces folded in a money clip."
Origin
From the presidential and founder portraits on US currency.
Frequently asked questions
What does 'faces' mean as money slang?
It's slang for paper money, referencing the portraits printed on banknotes.
Why is money called 'faces'?
US bills carry the faces of presidents and founders, so the portraits became a nickname for the cash itself.
How do you use 'faces' in a sentence?
Use it for banknotes, e.g. 'He keeps his faces folded in a money clip.'
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