exchange rate

noun

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

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Deflationary pressures in China also spill over to the global economy through cheaper exports and a weakening real exchange rate, driving more tensions between Beijing and its trading partners. — Oliver Melton, Foreign Affairs, 5 Nov. 2026 The company updated its outlook to now see adjusted revenue and operating profit growth between negative 2% and 2% at constant exchange rates. — Elsa Ohlen, CNBC, 4 Nov. 2026 The yen to dollar exchange rate conversion was 159 yen to $1. — Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 4 Nov. 2026 It is expected to sell for between 250,000 and 350,000 pounds, or about $335,200 and $469,300 at the current exchange rate. — Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 3 Nov. 2026 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 13 Nov. 2026.

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