Dollar — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun /ˈdä-lər/ dol·lar

Meaning & Definition of Dollar

Dollar (noun)

  1. any of various basic monetary units (as in the U.S. and Canada)
  2. a coin, note, or token representing one dollar
  3. thaler

Dollar (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. a U.S. currency bill representing 100 cents

    "a wad of dollars in his pocket"

    similar: bone (slang), buck, clam, one, smacker (slang)
    related: greenback, dead presidents (slang)

Related Entry: Dollars-and-cents (adjective)

Dollars-and-cents is a different word from Dollar. The synonyms below are for dollars-and-cents, not for dollar.

  1. of or relating to money, banking, or investments

    "a dollars-and-cents analysis of the situation"

    similar: financial, fiscal, monetary, pecuniary, pocket
    related: capitalist, commercial, economic
    opposite: noneconomic, nonfinancial, nonmonetary

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Dollar

The most common words with a similar meaning to Dollar:

Slang: bone, smacker
buck, clam, one

Related Words for Dollar

greenback, dead presidents

Origin & Etymology of Dollar

Dutch or Low German daler, from German Taler, short for Joachimstaler, from Sankt Joachimsthal, Bohemia, where talers were first made

First known use: 1553

Vocabulary Lists & Topics for Dollar

Words & Phrases Containing Dollar

dollar-a-year, dollar cost averaging, dollar day, dollar diplomacy, dollar sign, dollar store, dollar signs in one's eyes, East Caribbean dollar, half-dollar

Frequently Asked Questions about Dollar

What does "Dollar" mean?

"Dollar" means any of various basic monetary units (as in the U.S. and Canada). As a noun, it is defined as: any of various basic monetary units (as in the U.S. and Canada).

What is another word for "Dollar"?

Other words for "Dollar" include bone, buck, clam, one and smacker. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Dollar" you intend.

How do you use "Dollar" in a sentence?

Examples of "Dollar" in a sentence: "a wad of dollars in his pocket".

Is "Dollar" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Dollar" is a noun.

Is "Dollar" useful for IELTS, TOEFL, and other English exams?

As an A1-level word, "Dollar" is typical of Cambridge A1 Movers (Young Learners), TOEIC Listening & Reading 120+.

How do you pronounce "Dollar"?

"Dollar" is pronounced /ˈdä-lər/ and divided into syllables as dol·lar.

What is the origin of the word "Dollar"?

"Dollar" comes from Dutch or Low German daler, from German Taler, short for Joachimstaler, from Sankt Joachimsthal, Bohemia, where talers were first made. First known use: 1553.

What is another word for "Dollar" meaning "a U.S. currency bill representing 100 cents"?

When "Dollar" (noun) means a U.S. currency bill representing 100 cents, synonyms include bone, buck, clam, one and smacker.