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fin
What does fin mean?
A fin is a five-dollar note in American slang.
"He slipped the doorman a fin to look the other way."
Origin
American slang, from Yiddish 'finf' (five).
Frequently asked questions
What does 'fin' mean?
It's American slang for a five-dollar bill.
Where does 'fin' come from?
From the Yiddish word 'finf,' meaning five.
How do you use 'fin'?
As a casual reference to a five: 'He slipped the doorman a fin to look the other way.'
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