threepence

noun

three·​pence ˈthre-pən(t)s How to pronounce threepence (audio)
ˈthri-,
ˈthrə-,
 US also  ˈthrē-pen(t)s
plural threepence or threepences
1
: the sum of three pennies

Note: Threepence is usually used of three British pennies.

2
: a coin worth three pennies

Word History

First Known Use

1589, in the meaning defined at sense 2

Time Traveler
The first known use of threepence was in 1589

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Cite this Entry

“Threepence.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/threepence. Accessed 28 Mar. 2024.

Kids Definition

threepence

noun
1
plural threepence or threepences : a coin worth three pennies
2
: the sum of three British pennies
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