noun
franc
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noun
1
A unit of currency formerly used in France, Switzerland, and several other countries, and still used in parts of Africa.
"Before the euro, prices in Paris were listed in francs."
"The CFA franc is still used across much of West and Central Africa."
How to Use Franc
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishThe old French currency, and the currency still used in some African countries today.
Common pairings
Swiss franc
CFA franc
French franc
Word Forms
francs plural
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Etymology
From French franc, related to "frank" and "Frank" (the Germanic people) — a doublet of both.