predecimalization

See also: pre-decimalization

English

Etymology

pre- +‎ decimalization

Adjective

predecimalization (not comparable)

  1. pre-decimal
    • 1970, The Commercial Motor
      It is anticipated that all such cheques will then be cleared through the banks before the predecimalization closure period.
    • 2004, Ray Puxley, Cockney Rabbit: A Dick 'n' Arry of Rhyming Slang
      A bob is a predecimalization word for 5 pence.
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