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What does hamilton mean?
Slang for a $10 note, after Alexander Hamilton's portrait.
"That'll be two Hamiltons, please."
Origin
After Alexander Hamilton, pictured on the US $10 bill.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Hamilton in money slang?
It's a $10 bill, named after Alexander Hamilton, whose portrait is on the note.
Was Alexander Hamilton a president?
No — he was the first US Secretary of the Treasury, one of the few non-presidents pictured on US currency.
How do you use Hamilton for money?
You use it as a count of $10 bills, e.g. 'That'll be two Hamiltons, please.'
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