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fiver
What does fiver mean?
Slang for a five-unit banknote in the US and UK.
"Chuck in a fiver each and we'll cover the pizza."
Origin
US and UK slang, from 'five' plus the -er suffix.
Frequently asked questions
What is a fiver?
It's a five-unit banknote — a $5 bill in the US or a £5 note in the UK.
Is fiver British or American?
Both. It's used in the US and the UK, though it's especially common in British English.
How do you use fiver in a sentence?
Like any casual money word, e.g. 'Chuck in a fiver each and we'll cover the pizza.'
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