exchange rate

noun

: the ratio at which the principal unit of two currencies may be traded

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Authenticity is a form of currency, but be mindful of the exchange rate. Essence, 7 Nov. 2025 African banks are fighting against foreign currency challenges as shortages and volatile exchange rates choke trade flows across the continent but digital platforms are helping. Alexander Onukwue, semafor.com, 4 Nov. 2025 For another, there's the price – £26,749, or about US$35,700 by today's exchange rates. New Atlas, 30 Oct. 2025 Bonini said exchange rates had a negative impact on group revenues of around 260 basis points during the first nine months, and 270 basis points over the quarter. Luisa Zargani, Footwear News, 23 Oct. 2025 See All Example Sentences for exchange rate

Word History

First Known Use

1855, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of exchange rate was in 1855

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“Exchange rate.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/exchange%20rate. Accessed 10 Nov. 2025.

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