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Definition sterling in British English

sterling noun

[uncountable] noun
/ˈstɜː(r)lɪŋ/
1

the standard unit of money in the UK

Example

You can buy traveller's cheques in sterling or foreign currency.

Example

Sterling fell two cents against the dollar on the Stock Market today.

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Example

a sterling silver bracelet

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Definition sterling in British English