finif
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English[edit]
Alternative forms[edit]
Etymology[edit]
From Yiddish פֿינף (finf, “five”). Doublet of five.
Noun[edit]
finif (plural finifs)
- (US slang, dated) A five-dollar bill (note).
- 2004, Leigh Montville, Ted Williams: The Biography of an American Hero[1], →ISBN:
- “Kid, I got a finif [a five-dollar bill],” Orlando said. “I'll split it with you.”
Shelta[edit]
Etymology[edit]
From the Yiddish פֿינף (finf, “five”).
Noun[edit]
finif
References[edit]
- Language in Danger Andrew Dalby, 2003
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