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What does pinkies mean?
Canadian slang for the pink-hued $1,000 banknote, now out of circulation.
"Grandpa still talks about carrying pinkies."
Origin
From the distinctive pink color of the old Canadian $1,000 note.
Frequently asked questions
What are 'pinkies' in money slang?
Canadian slang for the old pink $1,000 banknote, which is no longer in circulation.
Why are they called pinkies?
Because of the distinctive pink colour of the former Canadian $1,000 note.
Are Canadian $1,000 notes still used?
No — the Bank of Canada withdrew the $1,000 note from circulation, so 'pinkies' now refers to a historical bill.
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