Cypriot pound
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Definition
- Noun:
- The basic unit of money in Cyprus: The Cypriot pound was the official currency of the Republic of Cyprus before the country adopted the euro. It was subdivided into 100 smaller units called cents.
Examples of Usage
- Noun:
- The price of the souvenir was five Cypriot pounds.
- Before 2008, you needed to exchange your money for Cypriot pounds when visiting Cyprus.
Advanced Usage
- Historical/Numismatic Context: The term is primarily used in historical or financial contexts when discussing Cyprus's economy prior to 2008.
- Collectors seek out old Cypriot pound banknotes.
Variants and Related Words
- Cypriot pound sign: The symbol for the Cypriot pound was "£" or "C£" to distinguish it from other pound currencies.
- C£: A common written abbreviation for the Cypriot pound.
- Cyprus pound: An alternative name for the same currency unit.
Synonyms
- C£ (Symbol/Abbreviation)
- Cyprus pound (Alternative name)
Related Phrases
- Pound sterling: The currency of the United Kingdom, a different currency also called a "pound".
- Egyptian pound: The currency of Egypt, another distinct currency using the unit name "pound".
Noun
- the basic unit of money in Cyprus; equal to 100 cents