COINING Meaning and
Definition
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Coining refers to the act or process of manufacturing coins, typically through a combination of techniques such as stamping, engraving, and minting. It involves the creation of metallic currency pieces that are usually used as a medium of exchange within a specific economic system.
The process of coining typically begins with the selection and preparation of suitable metals, such as copper, bronze, or silver, which are then melted down and cast into blanks or planchets. These blanks are subsequently trimmed and rounded to the desired thickness and weight required for the particular denomination of the coin. The blanks are then subjected to intense pressure and force using a die or stamp, which features the image and inscriptions that are to be transferred onto the coin.
Coining can also refer to the act of creating or inventing a new word or phrase. In linguistic terms, coining entails the introduction of a novel term into a language in order to serve as a label for a new concept, object, or phenomenon. This can be done by combining existing words, borrowing from other languages, or creating entirely new words. The new word or phrase may gain acceptance and become part of the lexicon of a language if it is widely used and understood by speakers.
In a more figurative sense, coining can also refer to the act of creating or fashioning something, such as an idea or a phrase, that is unique, clever, or memorable. It implies the invention or fabrication of something noteworthy or distinctive.
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The act of making money out of a metal.
Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.
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Etymology of COINING
The word "coining" is derived from the Old English word "cyning" which meant "king" or "ruler". This word evolved from the Old High German word "kuning" and the Gothic word "kuni". In early Middle English, "coining" was used to refer to the action of minting or stamping metal to create coins, reflecting its association with the power and authority of the king or ruler. Over time, the term "coining" expanded to encompass the act of creating or inventing something new, capturing the sense of creativity and innovation.
Idioms with the word COINING
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be coining it
The idiom "be coining it" usually means to make a great deal of money or to be very successful financially. It implies that someone is accumulating a significant amount of wealth or profiting greatly from a venture or situation.
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be coining it (in)
The idiom "be coining it (in)" is typically used to describe someone or something that is earning or making a lot of money, often implying a sense of success or financial abundance. It suggests that the person or entity is profiting greatly or excessively from a particular venture or situation.
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be coining money
The idiom "be coining money" means to be making a lot of money or earning a substantial amount of wealth, often through a successful business or venture. It implies that the person or entity is experiencing great financial success or that their income is rapidly increasing.
Similar spelling words for COINING
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